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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
How man jolts can an AED deliver?
The number of shocks will depend on the results of the AED analyzing the patient. It will vary on the situation and protocols set up in the AED. You will not be able to shock a patient until determined by the AED a shockable rhythm exists.
What does an AED device advise?
When to give a shock, when not to touch the patient, and when to check for a pulse.
Why is it important to stand clear and not touch the person before delivering a shock with an AED?
The AED could pick up the heart rhythm of the person touching the victim and not shock when a shock is required.
When should a rescuer deliver a shock with aed?
An automated external defibrillator (AED) should be used when the patient has cardiac arrest. This is when the heart suddenly stops beating; the AED will distribute a shock to the heart to try to get it beating again.
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.
What period of time CPR could be interrupted?
only the time needed to attach an AED and for it to deliver a shock
What does no shock indicated on aed mean?
There is no shockable rhythm the AED can shock for.
Does an AED deliver a shock only to two rhythms?
yes you cannot shock a patient unless there heart rhythm is in either v tach or v fib
What if no shock is advised?
Stand back from the victim and wait for the AED to give you further instructions or the paramedics show up. Follow every voiced instruction and DO NOT DELIVER SHOCK
