CPR and AED Knowledge Flashcard

Front

A woman is unresponsive, not breathing and does not have a pulse, a neighbor calls 911 and has an AED, what is the first thing to do?

Back

Turn on the AED

Answer explanation

The first step is to turn on the AED. This device will provide voice prompts and instructions, guiding the responder on how to proceed with defibrillation and CPR, which are critical in this emergency situation.