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First Aid and Emergency Response

Question 1 • Introduction to Health Science - EL3601 B

Which of the following steps should you take when using an AED? Check all that apply.

Answer
A
Place the electrodes on the victim’s chest.
B
Listen closely to the instructions delivered by the AED.
C
Keep measuring the victim’s pulse while the AED is shocking the victim.
D
If the AED does not indicate a shock is necessary, stop doing CPR.

Explanation

Place the AED electrodes on the victim’s chest and listen carefully to the AED’s instructions. Do not measure the victim’s pulse or touch them while the AED is analyzing or delivering a shock. If the AED does not advise a shock, resume or continue CPR rather than stopping.

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