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Ensure that the apical (lateral) pad is positioned correctly (mid-axillary line, level with the V6 ECG electrode position) i.e. below the armpit. In patients with an implantable device, place the pad > 8 cm away from the device, or use an alternative pad position.
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CPR while a defibrillator is retrieved and pads applied. Give a shock as early as possible when appropriate. Deliver shocks with minimal interruption to chest compression, and minimise the pre-shock and post-shock pause. This is achieved by continuing chest compressions during defibrillator charging, deliver-ing
This strategy of placing AEDs in locations where they are used by lay persons near the arrest is known as public access defibrillation (PAD). Training to use an AED is an extension
If the AED determines a shock is needed, electricity is safely administered to the person through the electrode pads to restart their heart back into a normal rhythm. In this guide, we’ll discuss everything you need to know about where to place AED pads on adults and children.
Use an anterior/lateral pad placement, according to the manufacturer instructions: Place one pad on the upper right chest, below the right clavicle to the right of the sternum. Place the other pad on the left side of the chest along the midaxillary line a few inches below the armpit.
1.4. AEDs have been placed in many busy public areas, workplaces, and other locations. The intention is that they will be used to restart the heart of a person in cardiac arrest as soon as possible. AEDs provided for use by members of the public are called public-access defibrillators (PADs).
Attach the electrode pads to the person's (who has sustained cardiac arrest) bare chest according to the position shown on the AED or on the pads. If more than one rescuer is present, continue CPR whilst the pads are being attached. Follow the spoken (and/or visual) prompts from the AED.