CPR AED Advanced 2

Question 1

A patient in cardiac arrest is lying in a small puddle of water. What should you do before applying the AED?

Accepted Answer

Move the patient to a dry area or wipe the chest dry

Answer

Standing water can divert the shock across the skin, so move the patient to a dry surface and dry the chest before placing pads.

Question 2

The AED advises 'no shock advised' but the patient remains unresponsive and pulseless. What is the next step?

Accepted Answer

Immediately resume CPR starting with chest compressions

Answer

A 'no shock advised' message means continue high-quality CPR and follow the AED's reanalysis prompts.

Question 3

An AED's battery indicator shows low charge during a routine check. What is the appropriate action?

Accepted Answer

Replace the battery and document the maintenance

Answer

A low battery must be replaced promptly so the AED is ready for an emergency.

Question 4

Why should AED pads be placed at least one inch away from an implanted pacemaker?

Accepted Answer

To prevent the device from blocking shock delivery to the heart

Answer

Placing a pad directly over an implant can reduce shock effectiveness, so offset the pad about an inch.

Question 5

For a child between 1 and 8 years old, what is the preferred AED configuration?

Accepted Answer

Pediatric pads or a pediatric dose attenuator if available

Answer

Pediatric pads or an attenuator reduce the energy to a level appropriate for a child.

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