Automated external defibrillator model
Arkansas Code § 6-10-122; Arkansas Code § 6-10-123; Arkansas Code § 6-11-105
(a) Defibrillators acceptable for use in Arkansas public schools are:
- (1) United States Food and Drug Administration-approved;
- (2) Automated type requiring provider intervention to initiate a defibrillation shock; and
- (3) Capable of automatically collecting data.
(b) No modifications will be made to defibrillation equipment by the provider or the service that result in:
- (1) Deviation from the original manufacturer’s specifications; or
(2) Deviation from automated external defibrillator (AED) protocols, which are:
- (A) Early access – calling 911;
- (B) Early CPR – starting CPR immediately;
- (C) Early defibrillation – utilizing the onsite AED within three to five (3-5) minutes of onset; and
- (D) Early advanced care – trained health care providers arriving to provide advanced care.