(Semi) Automatic External Defibrillator (AED)
aka Public Access Defibrillator (PAD)
MEDICAL AUTHORIZATION and REGISTRATION
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) considers defibrillators to be prescription devices pursuant to
21 CFR 801.109 and medical authorization is required. The State of Washington provides immunity from civil liability to the physician prescribing an AED pursuant to
RCW 70.54.310