An AED is being used on a sweaty adult whose chest is wet. What should the rescuer do before attaching the pads?
Correct answer: B. Dry the chest quickly before applying pads
- A. Place the pads over the wet clothing
- B. Dry the chest quickly before applying pads
- C. Apply a thick dressing under each pad
- D. Delay defibrillation until the patient is dry
Explanation
The chest should be exposed and dried quickly so the adhesive pads contact the skin and the shock is delivered safely. Defibrillation should not be unnecessarily delayed, and pads should not be placed over clothing or dressings.
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First aid covers scene safety, primary survey, bleeding control, shock, burns, fractures, choking, poisoning and emergency transport. Basic life support includes recognition of cardiac arrest, activation of emergency help, chest compressions, rescue breaths, automated external defibrillator use and the difference between adult, child and infant procedures.
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