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defibrillation

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health and welfare

health

nursing and midwifery

defibrillation

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Description

The use of semiautomatic defibrillators and the cases where it applies.

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terminating dysrhythmia of heart muscle through use of defibrillator

use of defibrillators

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knowledge

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occupation specific skills and competences

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DG Employment, Social Affairs and Inclusion of the European Commission developed ESCO in collaboration with stakeholders and with the European Centre for the Development of Vocational Training (Cedefop).

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Current version: ESCO v1.2 (Last update 15/05/2024)