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Not sure where you heard that tbhNo it can't. Once the heart completely stops defibrillator can't do shit.
What are Defibrillators?
Learn about the main types of defibrillators. These medical devices can save the lives of people who are in cardiac arrest or have a high risk for dangerous arrhythmias.
www.nhlbi.nih.gov
Defibrillators are devices that send an electric pulse or shock to the heart to restore a normal heartbeat. They are used to prevent or correct an arrhythmia, an uneven heartbeat that is too slow or too fast. If the heart suddenly stops, defibrillators can also help it beat again.