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Why is important that no once touches the victim when administering a shock with an aed?
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∙ 11y ago
So the electric currents from the AED do not transfer from the victim to yourself, thus, you yourself becoming a victim of shock if exposed to the currents.
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∙ 12y ago
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Shock victim may have cool and pale?
One of the signs and symptoms of a shock victim is that they are usually cool and pale. It is usually important to take them to a place where there is free circulation of air.
Can you achieve tetanus in the heart by administering shock?
NO
What might happen if you touch the victim when AED is delivering a shock?
If you touch the victim while an AED is delivering a shock, you too will receive a shock.
What will happen if you touch a person while the AED is delivering a shock?
The person touching the victim will also receive an electric shock (not as powerful as the victim but a shock none the less).
Does the AED shock automatically?
No. It will check for a pulse, then, if nessecary, will let you push a button to administer the shock. When administering the shock, make sure that no one is touching the person.
Why must a rescuer clear the victim prior to pushing the shock buttom on an AED?
So no other person but the victim gets the shock.
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.
What can be vacant and shallow when a victim is in shock?
breathing
You can move an unresponsive victim if you need to?
You can move an unresponsive victim if you need to...
A shock victim may have cool and pale what?
skin
Can a snake shock it's victim?
It is very common for snake bite victims to develop vasovagal shock
Should you allow a shock victim to drink water?
Because the person in shock will choke on the food or drink
