Heroes in training: Young people learn to live save with defibrillator!

Heroes in training: Young people learn to live save with defibrillator!

In the dynamic in Pirmasens, an innovative workshop took place on the first Tuesday of the autumn holidays, to which young people taught the vital ability to deal with a defibrillator. The doctor Max Wagner, an assistant doctor at the Pirmasens Clinic for Anesthesiology, not only gave the participants theoretical knowledge, but also orchestrated practical exercises that showed how to act correctly in an emergency. The workshop was aimed at children and adolescents from the age of ten and should strengthen their awareness of first aid.

The demonstration of how a defibrillator works was particularly impressive. Wagner first explained that these devices can hand over up to 4000 volts. In order to give the young participants a tangible impression, a band generator was used to produce small flashes produced and astonished faces. This exciting and visual explanation made it clear to the participants how the latest technology is used in emergency medicine.

The importance of the first minutes

Wagner made it clear to the young people that time worked against you in an emergency. "First aid has to be done quickly. After three minutes without oxygen, the brain cells begin to die," he emphasized. This illustrated the urgency of the intervention in a cardiovascular arrest. Many questions from the young doctors testified to a remarkable commitment and the desire to internalize what they have learned. For example, one participant learned that you should keep your distance in an electrical accident so as not to put yourself in danger.

The young generation was encouraged to stay calm during the if necessary. "You can't go wrong as long as you try to help her," Wagner encouraged the participants. The operation of the automated external defibrillator (AED) works with simplicity, since the device independently analyzes whether a shock is necessary or not.

After the theoretical introduction, the practical part followed. Wagner presented a resuscitation trainer, which he humorously called "Mr. Mayer". The young people now had to demonstrate what they had learned. Maya was the first to put the hands, unpacked the AED and followed the instructions of the computer voice. This voice made the process easier by giving clear steps: attaching electrodes, connecting the cable and then triggering the required shock. With a clear command it was then said: "Now take a distance from the patient."

The use of the defibrillator impressively demonstrated how important it is to follow the instructions. Quality and efficiency are essential in emergency situations, which is why the device also specifies the speed of the cardiac pressure massage, which must be done at least 100 times per minute.

An important question that arose, referred to the risks of a cardiac massage. "Can you break ribs?" A teenager wanted to know. Wagner confirmed this and explained that the patient has no pain perception in the event of a cardiovascular arrest. Therefore, it is always better to help actively than to stay inactive.

The workshop thus became an educational experience for everyone involved. The youngsters understood that they are able to save lives by taking the right steps and not being held back by fears. Such initiatives are not only useful, but also essential to promote a safe community. You can find more information on this topic at www.rheinpfalz.de .