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Considering this, how do you apply AED pads?
Apply the pads to the chest according to the 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 if they're not already connected.
Additionally, where do you place the AED pads on a woman? If the victim is wearing a bra, remove it before placing the electrode pads. Place one electrode pad on the victim's upper right chest and one on the lower left side under the victim's left breast.
People also ask, why are AED pads placed?
The electric current is delivered through the victim's chest wall through adhesive electrode pads. Why are AEDs important? AEDs are important because they strengthen the Chain of Survival. They can restore a normal heart rhythm in victims of sudden cardiac arrest.
When should you not use AED?
You should not use an automated external defibrillator (AED) in the following situations:
- Do not use AED if victim is lying in water.
- Do not use AED if chest is covered with sweat or water.
- Do not put an AED pad over a medication patch.
- Do not place AED pad over a pacemaker (hard lump under chest skin).