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What AED pads or AED system do you use for an adult?
only adult pads and system
Use only adult AED pads and system?
Use only adult AED pads and system on an adult.
Can an adult shock go through child pads on an aed?
No it can't; you must use adult AED pads for an adult & child AED pads for a child.
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.
Can aed pads in adult be used in infant?
Yes, use AED pads on adults with no breathing and no pulse. The pads will need to be matched to the AED as most pads have different attachments to the AED.
Can you use adult AED pads to child at age 2?
No; you can't use adult AED pads on a child under 8 years old or 55 pounds. You must use pediatric AED pads because adult pads will supply too much energy when shocking.
How many AED pads are there?
An AED will have 2 pads
When do you use AED adult pads?
Usually the AED will have a recommendation on it for the usage for which pads are available, however anyone who is pulseless under the age of 6 should use the child pads according to NYS EMS Protocols.
How do you use an AED for a child less than 8 years of age?
You have to use the "child" size pads. On the AED pads it should tell where exactly you have to place them.
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.
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.
