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AEDs should only be used when a pulse is not detected. Rescue breathing should be used when the victim is not breathing.
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∙ 14y ago
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∙ 11y agoNot worry, as the AED will search for and only shock a 'shockable' heart rythym. Apparently.
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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 should a AED be used on a non-breathing victim who collapsed suddenly?
Use the AED when the pulse is confirmed absent.
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.
When a cardiac arrest occurs and an AED becomes available it should be sed as soon as possible?
An AED should be used during cardiac arrest.
Can you use adult aed pads on an child?
Yes, It depend on the size of the adult.
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.
Does the aed alnalyze the victims breathing?
No, the AED does not analyze the victims breathing.
What is a aed machine?
An AED or Automated External Defibrillator is the professional name for a defibrillator. The device is used to shock the heart back into a normal rhythm, ultimately reviving the casualty. The device should be used in conjunction with CPR, and should never be used on a breathing individual.
What should you do after the AED has administered electrical stimulation to the victim?
If the AED has completed the shock sequence, check the pulse and breathing for 10 seconds. If no pulse and breathing, resume CPR until the AED begins the analyze cycle again.
Can an AED be used in water?
No; remove the child from the water and then apply the AED.
What size AED pads should be used for a child less then 8 years old?
adult pads
What is the new recommendation for the AED regarding infants and children?
aperson with no breathing or abnormanl breathing is called
