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Remove the patches before applying the AED pads.
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If there is a patch on a person before performing aed do you remove the patch?
You generally do not remove patches before applying the AED pads.
If you see a medical patch on a person before using the AED you should?
You should remove the patches, with a gloved hand, before placing AED pads on patient. You should also wipe off the skin with a piece of cloth in order to make sure all of the medication is off of their skin.
In CPR what is clearing the victim?
You clear the victim when using the AED; clear before the AED analyzes and before shocking.
Can an AED be used in water?
No; remove the child from the water and then apply the AED.
Why do you make sure the patient is apenic pulseless before using aed?
Make sure the patient is apenic pulseless before using an AED because it takes time for the AED to analyze and you will not be giving breaths or keeping the airway open when the AED is analyzing.
Before using an aed should you give 1.5 minutes of CPR?
No; if the AED is required use it immediately.
What should you do If you see a medical patch on a person before using the AED?
Ask for their help; things like controlling people, making sure EMS is called, any triage efforts, etc.
Prior to using an AED you should?
Prior to using an AED you should confirm the absence of a pulse.
When an AED arrives what is the first step when using it?
Place the AED pads on the chest.
When giving CPR on a child?
Precautions before use of an AED on a child: 1. Confirm the absence of a pulse before attaching the AED 2. Confirm the AED has pediatric pads 3. Confirm placement of the pads on the child via the icons on the pads.
What does the medical abbreviation AED mean?
AED stands for Automated External Defibrillator, which is a portable device used to deliver an electric shock to the heart to help restore normal rhythm in cases of cardiac arrest.
How do you sell medical devices?
An AED (Automated External Defibrillator) is a Medical Device That Can Save Someone's Life.
