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What is the first thing you should do when preparing an AED for use?
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∙ 11y ago
The first thing you should do when preparing an AED for use is to turn it on. Some AED's will turn on when they are opened, or you will have to push a button to turn it on. Once the AED is on, the AED will give instructions on what to do next.
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∙ 14y ago
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∙ 11y agoFirst step is to turn on the AED.
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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.
A child has no signs of life what should you do first to prepare the AED for use?
First step is to open the AED. If it does not turn on when you open it (some do), turn on the AED. Follow instructions of AED. Be sure to wipe off the chest and rib area before applying the pads.
If you have just responded an emergency with an AED involving a 7 year you check the child and find no sign of life what should first to prepare the aed for use?
Turn the AED on then follow the instructions it gives you.
What is first step to perform with aed?
Turn on the AED
When should you deliver shock from aed?
when the AED tells you to do so
When should you deliver. Shock from a aed?
when the AED tells you to do so
When should you deliver a shock from the aed?
when the AED tells you to do so
If the no shock advised message is given during the first analysis of aed you should?
Check for a pulse; if no pulse resume CPR. The AED will reanalyze in 2 minutes.
When should you not use an AED?
Do not use the AED if the person has a pulse.
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.
Why should you stand clear when an AED delivers a shock?
If you are not clear, the AED could shock you as well.
