Asked by Caitlin Bagwell on May 08, 2024
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An AED should not be used on a patient:
A) between the ages of 1 and 8
B) located in water
C) with an implanted pacemaker
D) with any kind of transdermal patch
AED
Automated External Defibrillator, a portable device that checks the heart rhythm and can send an electric shock to the heart to try to restore a normal rhythm.
Implanted Pacemaker
A medical device surgically placed in the body to regulate the heart rate by delivering electrical impulses.
Transdermal Patch
A medicated adhesive patch placed on the skin to deliver a specific dose of medication through the skin and into the bloodstream.
- Familiarize oneself with the steps and value of implementing CPR and AED in cases of cardiac arrest.
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Learning Objectives
- Familiarize oneself with the steps and value of implementing CPR and AED in cases of cardiac arrest.
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