Does it matter which way round defib pads go?

Does it matter which way round defib pads go?

The first pad should be on the upper right side below the collar bone. The second pad should be on the casualty’s left side below the arm pit.

What is the correct placement of the AED pads?

Place one pad on the right side of the chest, just below the collarbone. Place the other pad on the lower left side of the chest. Connect the pads to the AED. Some pads come pre-connected to the AED.

Do you apply pads first or turn on AED?

How To Use an AED:

1. First, power on the AED. An AED can be used on an adult, child, or infant.
2. Second, apply the AED pads. Expose the chest and wipe it dry of any moisture.
3. Third, clear the victim and shock.
4. Child victim: Use an AED with pediatric pads or equipment.
5. Infant victim: It’s best to use a manual defibrillator.

Can you use a defib on someone with a pacemaker?

A pacemaker is not designed to regulate the heart during ventricular fibrillation (a quiver in the heart that causes cardiac arrest), so defibrillation is still necessary. If you need to defibrillate a person with a pacemaker, it is important to place the pads at least one inch either side of the device.

Is it OK to use pediatric AED pads on adults?

Never use pediatric pads or equipment on an adult ( > 8 years old). The energy delivered will not be enough. Chest hair can limit the contact between the AED pads and the skin, preventing the AED from reading the heart rhythm and delivering a shock.

What is the correct approach for AED pad placement for infants and children less than 8 years of age?

Apply one pad on the upper right chest above the breast. For infants, apply on the front of the chest. Apply the second pad on the lower left chest below the armpit. For infants, apply a second pad to the back (Figure 12e).

Where should AED pads be placed in the anteroposterior placement for adults quizlet?

With the anteroposterior placement, one pad will be placed on the victim’s bare chest (anterior) and the other will be placed on the victim’s back (posterior). ~ Place one AED pad on the left side of the chest, between the victim’s left side of the breastbone and left nipple.

Do AED pads have to be removed before performing CPR?

AED pads do not have to be removed when performing CPR. If the placement of the AED pads is reversed, the AED will not work. It is not safe to use an AED In rain and snow.

How long should you take to check if a collapsed victim is breathing normally?

To check if a person is still breathing:

1. look to see if their chest is rising and falling.
2. listen over their mouth and nose for breathing sounds.
3. feel their breath against your cheek for 10 seconds.

Do you continue CPR while the AED delivers a shock?

After a shock is delivered, the AED will prompt you to continue performing CPR. Immediately begin cycles of 30 compressions and 2 breaths. The device will then re-analyze and advise if another shock is needed. Continue to follow the AED’s instructions until further help arrives.