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Automatic External
Defibrillators (AEDs)
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■ Assessment: Follow BLS protocol (CPR) until AED arrives.
■ Power:Turn
on AED and follow voice prompts.
■ Attach pads: Stop CPR, attach appropriate size* pads to Pt, and plug
pad cable into AED unit if needed.
■ Analyze: Press the “Analyze” button and wait for instructions (do
not contact Pt while AED is analyzing).
■ Shock: Announce
“shock indicated, stand clear,” ensure no one is in contact with Pt, and
depress shock button.
■ If
AED does not advise 2nd shock, check for pulse and begin CPR if indicated
(AED will reanalyze every min).
*Do
not use child pads on adults (adult pads are OK on child).
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7/20/14
Automatic External Defibrillators
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