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When CPR is in progress and aed pads have been attached to victim what do the rescuers do?
You should stand back as the AED analyzes the patient.
When you have placed an aed on a patient and it delivered a shock what should you do next?
Resume CPR immediately.
Do AED pads need to be removed if CPR is resumed?
Short answer: No You can and should leave the pads on the patient.
When do you take the AED pads off the victim?
No; you must stop CPR to dry the chest and put on the pads. Once the pads are on the patient, the AED should analyze.
What are the Red Cross protococalls on CPR and AED?
Red Cross protocols on CPR and AED are: # For CPR if signs of life are not present start CPR immediately. You will need to follow the basic steps of Check Call Care. # For AED when available immediately stop CPR and attach it to the victim. Follow the directions of the AED.
When using an AED on adult and AED give a no shock indicated or no shock advised message what do you do next and do you leave the pads on?
Check for both a brachial pulse and carotid pulse. If pulse is present, assist ventilation. If no pulse is present, continue CPR until help arrives, the victim regains consciousness or you physically cannot perform CPR any longer. Also note if you are acting as a certified individual (First responder, EMT-B, EMT-I, EMT-P, RN, MD) You may only pass off CPR and management of the patient to someone of an equal or higher certification level.
Do you need CPR card to use a defibrillator?
You should have an AED / CPR card so your knowledge of the AED use and performing CPR is at an adequate level. But, it isn't required.
When CPR is in progress and the AED pads have been attached to the victim the rescuers should?
Some AEDs after the pads are attached you plug in the pads before the AED will analyze; some the pads are attached to the AED and you need to push the analyze button. At this point, do not touch the patient. So, the best answer to me is "the rescuers should make sure the AED is analyzing and do not touch the patient".
What can an EMT do for cardiac arrest?
EMT-B: CPR, AED, BVM EMT-I/A: CPR, AED, BVM Push some drugs. Depending on state, cardiovert EMT-P: CPR, AED, BVM, Push drugs, cardiovert
Do you continue CPR in between shocks an AED?
Because, the AED gives the shock to the heart that most likely saves them from dieing.
What should you do if the AED does not deliver the shock?
Check for signs of life (breathing, pulse). If no signs of life, continue CPR.
How do you use AED in CPR?
The AED pads should be attached as soon as possible to potentially help during a cardiac emergency. A person will follow the instructions of the AED and may require shocking the patient to reset the heart.
