FAQs
Yes, the PulsePoint Foundation is a 501(c)(3) public non-profit corporation based in California.
Where is my PulsePoint? ›
Your radial pulse can be taken on either wrist. Use the tip of the index and third fingers of your other hand to feel the pulse in your radial artery between your wrist bone and the tendon on the thumb side of your wrist. Apply just enough pressure so you can feel each beat.
Is the PulsePoint Respond app free? ›
The PulsePoint program apps (PulsePoint Respond and PulsePoint AED ) are free-to-download for iOS and Android devices.
What is a lockout on PulsePoint? ›
Lockout (LO) Response to gain entry to a locked space, typically when there is an immediate secondary risk associated with not gaining immediate access.
Who runs PulsePoint? ›
Leadership. Richard Price is President of the PulsePoint Foundation and is a member of the board.
Does PulsePoint cost money? ›
The cost of PulsePoint Respond is paid annually by Sumter County and free of charge to the community. There is also no cost to become a Registered CPR Responder.
How does PulsePoint work? ›
PulsePoint offers Verified Responder for medically trained community members and Verified Responder Pro for public safety agency employees. These individuals are notified of all cardiac arrest events, including those in private homes.
Is there another app like PulsePoint? ›
Other similar apps like PulsePoint are Google Cloud Healthcare API, OpenSim, Amazon Comprehend Medical, and HCS Connect. PulsePoint alternatives can be found in Other Health Care Software but may also be in Sales Training and Onboarding Software or Healthcare Integration Engines. Have you used PulsePoint before?
How do I use my PulsePoint? ›
Now, to redeem your points for data via the USSD code, take the following steps.
- Dial *406# on your mobile phone.
- From the options, choose Pulse Points, which is option 7.
- From the following menu, select Redeem Data Bundles, which is option 1.
- Then choose the plan you intend to purchase with your points.
The CPR-needed activation screen also includes the ability to listen to the radio during a response. This radio traffic may offer insight into the patient location or scene conditions not available by other means.
With PulsePoint, the dispatch center immediately alerts CPR-trained individuals about nearby cardiac arrest events through the free PulsePoint Respond mobile app, and also lets them know the location of the closest AEDs.
How do I become a verified responder on PulsePoint? ›
How do I become a Verified Responder? Verified Responders are assigned by PulsePoint agencies primarily for their employees and those with medical or rescue training living within their jurisdiction. If you work for or are closely associated with a PulsePoint agency, we recommend that you reach out to them directly.
What is the code for pulse points? ›
Dial *406# on your phone dialer. Reply “7” to select pulse points. Reply “1” to redeem data. Depending on how many points you have, select a daily, weekly, or monthly bundle.
What does sq mean on PulsePoint? ›
PulsePoint. @pulsepoint. @markayarger. E=Engine, T=Truck, SQ=Squad, BC=Battalion Chief cc: @CRESA.
Is PulsePoint part of WebMD? ›
The company is now a part of Internet Brands, a KKR portfolio company and owner of WebMD Health Corp.
What does PulsePoint do? ›
The PulsePoint Respond app alerts CPR-trained individuals to someone nearby having a sudden cardiac arrest that may require CPR. The app is activated by the local public safety communications center simultaneous with the dispatch of emergency responders.
What does the PulsePoint ID do? ›
Help Save lives. When CPR-trained individuals receive an alert from PulsePoint Respond, it tells them where a cardiac arrest event is happening and where they can find the nearest AED.
Can you listen to old calls on PulsePoint? ›
How can I access older incidents that no longer appear in the app? PulsePoint only displays incidents for 24 hours after assigned resources are cleared (up to a maximum of 100 incidents). After this period you'll need to contact the responding agency directly.
