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Can you use and aed on a person who has a pace maker?
Yes you can; don't put the pad though on top of the pacemaker. Adjust pad as necessary.
How far do you place an aed pad from a pacemaker?
At least an inch (two finger-widthsis how I teach it) as the minimum.Generally (but not always) the implanted pacemaker is by the left collar-bonewhile the AED pad should be under the right one, so we could also say 18+ inches depending on the size of the person.
What are the effects of an AED to a pacemaker?
It would likely fry the pacemaker
When should you not use an AED?
Do not use the AED if the person has a pulse.
Can defibrillator be use if a person has a pacemaker?
Yes, the pacemaker is obviously malfunctioning. Just try to not place the pad directly over the pacemaker. Typically however this is not a problem as a pacemaker is usally located near the left shoulder and the pads go on the right shoulder and left side.
Should you use a AED on a person that has a electrical shock injury?
Yes you should use a AED on a person that has a electrical shock injury.
What are contraindications for the AED?
The contraindications of the AED are:Is consciousIs breathingHas pulseLess than 8 years old or 55 pounds
Can you use an AED if the person has body piercings?
Yes you can use an AED on a casualty who has body piercings, the discharge goes across the chest to start the heart and has effect on body piercings.
Who can't you use AED on?
You cannot use an AED on infants.
Can you use an AED device on a dog?
Can you use an AED on a dog
How can you use AED?
To use the AED, first turn it on. Place the pads on the patient. (and plug the pad leads into the AED if required). The AED should analyze at this point; now follow the instructions of the AED.
What is an AED certification?
An AED certification is a certification that you have been trained in the proper use of an AED.
