CPR Chest Compressions & Defibrillation 3

Question 1

What does AED stand for?

Accepted Answer

Automated External Defibrillator

Answer

AED stands for Automated External Defibrillator.

Question 2

When should an AED be used on a collapsed adult?

Accepted Answer

As soon as it is available for an unresponsive, non-breathing victim

Answer

Apply the AED as soon as it arrives for an unresponsive victim with no normal breathing.

Question 3

What should you do while the AED is analyzing the heart rhythm?

Accepted Answer

Ensure no one is touching the victim

Answer

Everyone must clear the victim so the AED can analyze the rhythm accurately.

Question 4

Where should the two AED pads be placed on an adult?

Accepted Answer

Upper right chest and lower left side

Answer

One pad goes on the upper right chest and the other on the lower left side below the armpit.

Question 5

What should you do immediately after the AED delivers a shock?

Accepted Answer

Resume chest compressions right away

Answer

Resume CPR starting with compressions immediately after a shock is delivered.

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