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You can however the real question would be if it will be enough energy to resuscitate an adult. Chances are probably not. The AED should have both of the sizes of pads inside of it. If not then it needs to be serviced by the Manufacturer.
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∙ 11y agoNo; the shock will be too low.
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Can an adult shock go through child pads on an aed?
No it can't; you must use adult AED pads for an adult & child AED pads for a child.
Can you use one adult and one child aed pad?
No you can not use one adult and one child aed pad.
Can you use adult aed pads on an child?
Yes, It depend on the size of the adult.
Are there child and adult pads on an AED?
Child AED pads may not deliver enough energy, so they are not appropriate to use for an adult.
Where to apply child pads to adult victim?
Don't use Child AED pads on an Adult.
Can you use adult AED pads to child at age 2?
No; you can't use adult AED pads on a child under 8 years old or 55 pounds. You must use pediatric AED pads because adult pads will supply too much energy when shocking.
An AED should be used on a non-breathing victim who collapsed suddenly?
Yes; for an adult use AED immediately for no signs of life and child use AED immediately no breathing and no pulse.
When do you use AED adult pads?
Usually the AED will have a recommendation on it for the usage for which pads are available, however anyone who is pulseless under the age of 6 should use the child pads according to NYS EMS Protocols.
What if you need child pads but there are no child pads can you use adult aed pads?
If the child is older than 8 or 55 pounds, it is OK to use adult pads. If not, do not use adult pads as the shock will be too much.
Use only adult AED pads and system?
Use only adult AED pads and system on an adult.
What AED pads or AED system do you use for an adult?
only adult pads and system
Can you use a aed on a infant or child?
The AED can be used on a child if the child pads are available. Currently, the AED is not set up for infant use.
