Question

aed use review
an automated external defibrillator (aed) is a device used to help someone who is in cardiac arrest, which means their heart has stopped beating effectively. aeds are designed to be used by both trained and untrained people and give clear voice instructions. when a person is unresponsive and not breathing normally, call 911, begin cpr, and use an aed as soon as it is available. the aed checks the hearts rhythm and will only deliver a shock if it is needed. it is important to make sure no one is touching the person when the aed is analyzing or delivering a shock. after a shock, cpr should be resumed until help arrives or the person shows signs of life. using an aed quickly can greatly increase a persons chance of survival.

1. an aed is used to treat which condition?

a. stroke
b. cardiac arrest
c. seizures
d. heartburn

1. what is the first step when you find an unresponsive person?

a. use the aed
b. check for responsiveness and breathing
c. start cpr immediately
d. call the family

1. when should an aed be used?

a. when the person has a fever
b. when the person is unresponsive and not breathing normally
c. when the person complains of chest pain
d. anytime someone faints

1. what should you do before applying aed pads?

a. shave the chest
b. dry the chest if wet
c. remove clothing
d. all of the above

1. the aed says “analyzing rhythm.” what should everyone do?

a. continue cpr
b. touch the patient
c. step back and stay clear
d. remove the pads

1. why are aeds important?

a. they replace cpr
b. they increase survival during cardiac arrest
c. they prevent heart attacks
d. they diagnose illness

1. can an aed shock someone who does not need it?

a. yes, always
b. yes, sometimes
c. no, the aed analyzes the rhythm first
d. only if used incorrectly

Explanation:

All answers are derived directly from the provided AED Use Review text:

1. The text states an AED helps those in cardiac arrest.
2. The text notes you first check if a person is unresponsive and not breathing normally.
3. The text specifies using an AED when a person is unresponsive and not breathing normally.
4. The text implies preparation steps include removing clothing, drying a wet chest, and shaving (if needed) before applying pads.
5. The text says no one should touch the person when the AED is analyzing, so everyone must step back.
6. The text states using an AED quickly greatly increases survival chance.
7. The text says the AED checks rhythm and only shocks if needed.

Answer:

1. B. Cardiac arrest
2. B. Check for responsiveness and breathing
3. B. When the person is unresponsive and not breathing normally
4. D. All of the above
5. C. Step back and stay clear
6. B. They increase survival during cardiac arrest
7. C. No, the AED analyzes the rhythm first