AED Flashcards
what does aed stand for
automated external defibrillator
when is the only time stopping cpr mid 2 minute cycle is appropriate
when aed is being used
during what period of time is the only time that an aed will be used
during two minute pause/pulse check
if an aed analyzes and determines that a victim requires defibrillation when should you do so
after clearing all bystanders and healthcare providers from victim
immediately upon defibrillation what should you do
resume cpr with chest compressions
can an aed be used on a victim that was submerged in water
yes
when can you use defibrillation on a submerged water victim
after removing victim from water and wiping the chest
when can an aed experience difficulty on a victim
when victim’s chest is hairy– –when possible victim’s chest should be shaved with medical razor or pads firmly placed to ensure chest contact
what should you do first with an aed
turn it on then follow aed prompts
what pads should be used on adult patients
adults pads
what pads should be used on children 8yrs old or younger
pediatric pads
if pediatric pads are unavailable what pads can be used
adult pads but make sure pad don’t touch
where should pads be applied on children when using adult pads
one on front of chest; one on the back;
what is child age range for for aed use
1 yrs old to 8 years of age
what is child age range for cpr
1 yrs old to signs of puberty
