[Publib] Defibrillators

[Annette Weiss]

We keep a defibrillator in a cupboard at the circ desk with a large sign
indicating that is where it is. No point in having one if the staff can't
find it if needed. We have had a representative from the fire department
(I think) speak on staff day and demononstrate the use. The machine really
tells you what to do, so what he really did was reassure everyone that we
are capable of using it.

Annette

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So let me get this straight: You want information about why reference
 librarians always answer a question with another question, right?

Annette Weiss                         Phone:  (248) 553-0300
Adult Services Librarian              Fax:    (248) 553-3228
                                      E-Mail: weissann at metronet.lib.mi.us
Farmington Community Library
32737 W. 12 Mile Rd.
Farmington Hills, MI 48334
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On Wed, 6 Dec 2006, Brent, Gerry wrote:

> Are there any libraries on this list that have defibrillators available
> for use if a patron or employee needs emergency assistance?  It has been
> shown that the rapid use of a defibrillator AND quality cardiopulmonary
> resuscitation (CPR) can improve the survivability and outcome of
> patients that suffer from sudden cardiac arrest.  What are the liability
> concerns?  I'd be interested to know if this has been considered by
> other libraries.  I would be happy to compile responses and post them.
> You can respond on this listserv or e-mail me directly at
> gerry.brent at marioncountyfl.org
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> Gerry Brent
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> Library Community Liaison
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> Marion County Public Library System
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> 2720 East Silver Springs Boulevard
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> Ocala, FL 34470
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> (352) 368-4507
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> Fax:  368-4545
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> gerry.brent at marioncountyfl.org
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