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Yes. Failing to do so may cause the loss of her life and the baby's life and the American Heart Association says, "There is no evidence that shocks from a direct current defibrillator have adverse effects on the heart of the fetus." (See links)

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Q: Is it safe to use an AED on a pregnant woman?
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