Jargon Buster

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Defib (Defib Unit)

A device used to detect and treat a victim with an irregular heart rhythm. Manual defib units are designed for professional, trained medical staff whereas automated external defibrillators can be used by people with little or no training

Defibrillation

The use of equipment to administer a therapeutic electrical shock to the heart to stop an irregular heart rhythm, commonly provided by a defib unit. Defibrillation is the most successful treatment of the few that exist to sudden cardiac arrest.

Defibrillator

See defib.

Discharge Range

Discharge range is the distance that the extinguisher media can travel from the hose when it is being discharged. A larger discharge range allows the user to extinguish the fire from a greater distance and reduces the danger the fire poses to them.

Discharge Time

Discharge time is the amount of time a fire extinguisher takes to discharge its contents.

Door Closer

A door closer is a mechanical device that is used to close a door. The most common use for a door closer is to ensure that a fire door remains closed in case of a fire.

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Jargon Buster

Letter D

Defib (Defib Unit)

Defibrillation

Defibrillator

Discharge Range

Discharge Time

Door Closer

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