Automatic Defibrillator Training 8

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Questions and Answers

Where should the pad clearly marked 'right' be placed on the victim's chest?

Upper right aspect of the chest (correct)

Upper left aspect of the chest

Lower right aspect of the chest

Lower left aspect of the chest

What does the AED detect during rhythm analysis?

Pulse only

Pulse and shockable rhythms (correct)

Breathing rate only

Body temperature only

What is the purpose of the voice prompt 'Everyone stand clear'?

To signal the start of CPR

To alert others of a problem with the AED

To signal the end of CPR

To clear the area for AED analysis (correct)

What happens if the AED detects no pulse during analysis?

It looks for shockable rhythms Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the voice prompt 'Shock Advised'?

To advise administering a shock Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to ensure the pads do not touch each other?

To prevent accidental shock Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the voice prompt 'Remove clothing from the victim's chest'?

To prepare the victim for AED use Signup and view all the answers

What happens when the AED detects a shockable rhythm?

It issues a voice prompt advising a shock Signup and view all the answers

Where should the pads be placed if they are too large and likely to touch?

One pad on the right chest and one pad on the left back Signup and view all the answers

What should you do if you are unclear on any AED training topics?

Review the unclear topics before proceeding Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of voice prompts and warnings in an AED device?

To guide the user through the rescue process Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary concern when using an AED during CPR?

Following proper AED operation and safety protocols Signup and view all the answers

What should you do after completing the AED training material?

Review the material before proceeding to the next section Signup and view all the answers

What is the ultimate goal of AED training and CPR guidelines?

To increase the chances of successful resuscitation Signup and view all the answers

What should you do before pushing the shock button on the AED?

Ensure no one is touching the victim Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended rate of chest compressions in CPR for all age groups?

100 to 120 per minute Signup and view all the answers

What should you do during the AED's rhythm analysis?

Halt CPR and all victim contact Signup and view all the answers

What should be done to ensure good contact with the AED pads if the victim has excess chest hair?

Shave the chest hair in the immediate area Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the voice prompt 'Begin five cycles of CPR'?

To initiate CPR according to the new guidelines Signup and view all the answers

What should you do if the victim's chest is wet before attaching the AED pads?

Dry the chest with a towel Signup and view all the answers

What should you do if the AED doesn't have a disposable razor to shave the victim's chest hair?

Improvise with another means of hair removal, such as duct tape Signup and view all the answers

How many cycles of CPR should be completed before the AED re-analyzes the victim?

Two minutes of CPR Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Automatic External Defibrillator (AED) Training

Newer AED units are automatic and will power-up as soon as the unit is opened.
Voice Prompt 1: Remove clothing from the victim's chest.
Voice Prompt 2: Attach the appropriate pads to the victim's chest as shown, with highly visible diagrams on the pads to indicate correct placement.
The "right" pad goes on the upper right aspect of the victim's chest, while the "left" pad goes on the left side, slightly lower than the right to ensure they do not touch.

AED Operation

Voice Prompt 3: Plug in the electrical connector (some newer models have permanently attached cables).
Voice Prompt 4: Analyzing rhythm, everyone stand clear.
The AED detects the presence of a pulse or no pulse, and if no pulse is detected, it looks for one of two shockable rhythms (pulseless ventricular tachycardia or ventricular fibrillation).

Shock Protocol

If a shockable rhythm is detected, Voice Prompt 5: Shock Advised! Everyone stand clear; push the shock button, now!
Ensure no one is touching the victim before pushing the defibrillation button.

CPR Protocol

Voice Prompt 6: Begin five cycles of CPR.
New guidelines recommend chest compressions at 100 to 120 per minute in all age groups, with 30 compressions to 2 rescue-breath cycles.

Additional Considerations

After two minutes of CPR, the AED will re-analyze the victim; halt CPR and all victim contact during the analysis.
Adults with excessive chest hair may need to have their chest shaved in the immediate area to ensure good contact with the pads.
Ensure the victim's chest is not wet before attaching pads, analyzing, or defibrillating.
If a pad is too large and likely to touch another, place one pad on the chest and one on the back.