VF Treated With CPR And AED Flashcards
0
Q
When are automatic external defibrillators indicated?
A
When pxs have:
No response
Absent or abnormal breathing
No pulse
1
Q
After shocking a px how long should one do CPR before checking rhythm again?
A
2 minutes
2
Q
What are the 4 acceptable AED electrode pad positions?
A
Anterolateral
Ant right infra scapular
Ant left infra scapular
Anterposterior
3
Q
What modification should be done in utilizing AEDs in pxs with implanted defibrillator?
A
DO NOT place AED pad directly of device.
