Almost 2 years to the date since they launched PocketCPR, a palm-sized device that assists in the delivery of quality cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) chest compressions, ZOLL Medical Corporation releases PocketCPR for iPhone. Both the device and the software utilize Real CPR Help, “the same proprietary technology found in all ZOLL defibrillators and AEDs,” which provide “real-time feedback on the rate and depth of compressions.” Unlike the device however, the iPhone app still lacks FDA approval , hence it can only be currently used for training, and not (yet) for clinical or rescue purposes. PocketCPR for iPhone sells at the App Store for $5.99.

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