5c: Criteria to Apply AED and Basic AED Operation (2022) OLD
The newest information is available here: • 5c: Criteria to Apply AED and Basic AED Op... The third lesson of chapter 5 continues with information about AED use. Specifically, it focuses on the criteria for applying an AED and its basic operation. Further information about when it is appropriate to use an AED is given and its operating steps are described individually. "You should use an AED if: the individual does not respond to shaking of shoulders or shouting at them. the individual is not breathing or breathing ineffectively. the carotid artery pulse cannot be detected. Now, let’s review the basic steps of using an AED. First, power on the AED. Choose adult or pediatric pads. Attach the pads to bare chest and make sure cables are connected. (Be sure not to attach the pads over any medication patches, and dry the chest if necessary.) Place one pad on the upper right side and the other on the chest a few inches below the left armpit. Clear the area to allow AED to read rhythm, which may take up to 15 seconds. If the AED states “no shock advised”, restart CPR. If the AED indicates a shock is needed, clear the individual, making sure no one is touching them and that the oxygen has been removed. Ensure visually that the individual is clear and shout “CLEAR!” Press the Shock button on the AED. Immediately resume CPR starting with chest compressions. After two minutes of CPR, the AED with current programming will analyze the rhythm. Continue to follow the AED prompts." Need to be certified or recertified in ACLS, visit https://disquefoundation.org/acls-cou... ************************************** Follow us on social media! Facebook: / disquefoundation Twitter: / disquefndn Instagram: / savealifeinitiative Pinterest: / disquefoundation LinkedIn: / disque-foundation Website: https://disquefoundation.org/ To find out more about the Save a Life Initiative and the Disque foundation please visit our site or email us at [email protected] Together, let’s save lives.
