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What are those things called that paramedics use? they rub them togerther and then zap the patient to bring them back to life?
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Old school: You are describing defibrillator paddles. They have largely been replaced by self-adhesive pads that are applied directly to the patient's chest. If electricity is delivered (defibrillation or cardioversion) it is to correct a dangerous heart rhythm and attempt to reestablish a more normal rhythm that will circulate blood properly.
Answered 11/24/2014
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