Energy up to 360 joules for difficult-to-defibrillate patients

Increase defibrillation success with escalating energy levels. If low energy shocks fail, increasing energy up to 360 joules can increase defibrillation success.

What counts is the energy

AED energy charges in comparison

Many factors contribute to successful defibrillation, including the peak current of the pulse shape, how long the current flows, and how it is maintained throughout the shock. While peak current plays an important role, it is not the sole determinant of shock effectiveness. The energy includes all three elements!

Sound research shows that higher energy delivery can improve defibrillation success if low-energy shocks fail.