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  1. An AED is available but the victim has an implanted pacemaker or ICD visible under the skin on the chest. Where should the AED pad be placed?

    Answer: At least 1 inch (2.5 cm) away from the implanted device

    AED pads should be placed at least 1 inch away from implanted pacemakers or ICDs to prevent interference with pad contact and effective defibrillation.

  2. Which of the following is TRUE about using an AED on an infant under 1 year of age?

    Answer: A manual defibrillator is preferred; if unavailable, use AED with pediatric pads or attenuator

    A manual defibrillator is preferred for infants under 1 year; if unavailable, use an AED with pediatric pads or a dose attenuator, or adult pads as a last resort.

  3. After EMS arrives and takes over, the AED is still attached. What should the rescuer do?

    Answer: Leave the AED attached and hand over to EMS, providing a summary of events

    Leave the AED attached and brief EMS on the number of shocks delivered, CPR performed, and timeline of events for continuity of care.

  4. A victim is wearing a wet shirt. What should you do before applying AED pads?

    Answer: Remove or cut the shirt and dry the chest before applying pads

    Clothing and moisture must be removed from the chest to ensure proper pad adhesion and accurate rhythm analysis.

  5. What is the correct sequence when using an AED as part of the BLS Chain of Survival?

    Answer: Recognize arrest → Call 911 → Start CPR → Use AED → Advanced care

    The correct BLS sequence is: recognize cardiac arrest, call 911, start high-quality CPR, use AED as soon as available, then transfer to advanced care.

  6. You deliver a shock and the victim shows signs of life (breathing, movement). What should you do?

    Answer: Place the victim in recovery position if breathing normally and leave AED attached

    If the victim resumes normal breathing and has signs of life, place them in the recovery position (if no suspected spinal injury) and keep AED attached until EMS arrives.

  7. What is ventricular fibrillation (VF), and why is it the primary rhythm treated by an AED?

    Answer: Chaotic, disorganized electrical activity in the ventricles that prevents effective pumping, corrected by shock

    VF is chaotic electrical activity that prevents the heart from pumping blood; defibrillation delivers a shock to reset the heart's electrical system and restore an organized rhythm.