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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.
When should you use a pediatric pads instead of adult pads?
On a child age 1-8 or weighing less than 55lbs
Can you use adult aed pads on an child?
Yes, It depend on the size of the adult.
Where should adult pads for AED be placed?
on a child age 1-8 or weighing less than 55lbs
What should you do if the pediatric AED pads risk touching each other when placed on a smaller child's chest?
You should turn the child over and place one of the pads on the child's back. The pads should never touch when administering a shock.
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.
Where are the AED pads placed on an infant?
Place pads upper right & lower left to ribs like an adult; if pads are too large, place on front & back. The pad icons will show where the pad is to be placed. See related link for pictures.
What if you need child pads but there are no child pads can you use adult aed pads?
If the child is older than 8 or 55 pounds, it is OK to use adult pads. If not, do not use adult pads as the shock will be too much.
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.
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.
Where to apply child pads to adult victim?
Don't use Child AED pads on an Adult.
Use only the adult AED pads and system?
The adult AED pads can only be used on adults or children over 8 years old or 55 pounds. Otherwise, the child pads must be used.
