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Automated External Defibrillator (AED) Use Flashcards

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  1. A victim is found in a pool of water. What should you do before using an AED?

    Answer: Move the victim to a dry surface and dry the chest

    The victim must be moved to a dry surface and the chest dried before AED pads are applied to prevent shock conduction through water.

  2. An AED analyzes the heart rhythm and advises 'No shock recommended.' What is the correct next action?

    Answer: Resume CPR immediately, starting with chest compressions

    If no shock is advised, resume CPR immediately beginning with chest compressions, as the rhythm may be non-shockable (e.g., PEA or asystole).

  3. Which of the following best describes the purpose of the AED's rhythm analysis phase?

    Answer: To determine if a shockable rhythm such as VF or pulseless VT is present

    The AED analyzes the cardiac rhythm to detect shockable rhythms like ventricular fibrillation (VF) or pulseless ventricular tachycardia (pVT).

  4. You are using an AED on an adult victim and notice significant chest hair. What should you do?

    Answer: Shave the chest if a razor is available, or press pads firmly and remove quickly to clear hair, then reapply

    Excess chest hair can prevent good pad contact; quickly shaving or using a pad to strip hair improves electrode adhesion for accurate analysis and effective shock delivery.

  5. After delivering a shock with the AED, what is the immediate next step?

    Answer: Resume CPR beginning with chest compressions

    Immediately after a shock, resume CPR starting with chest compressions without pausing to check for a pulse.

  6. A victim has a nitroglycerin patch on their chest. What should the rescuer do before placing AED pads?

    Answer: Remove the patch and wipe the area clean before applying pads

    Medication patches should be removed and the skin wiped clean before AED pad placement to prevent interference with pad adhesion and to avoid burns.

  7. In a two-rescuer BLS scenario, while one rescuer operates the AED, what should the second rescuer do?

    Answer: Perform continuous chest compressions until the AED is ready to analyze

    The second rescuer continues chest compressions while the first sets up the AED, minimizing interruptions to circulation.