adult pads
You have to use the "child" size pads. On the AED pads it should tell where exactly you have to place them.
On a child age 1-8 or weighing less than 55lbs
Yes, It depend on the size of the adult.
on a child age 1-8 or weighing less than 55lbs
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
No it can't; you must use adult AED pads for an adult & child AED pads for a child.
Don't use Child AED pads on an Adult.
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.