Where should AED pads be placed in the anteroposterior placement for adults and children 8 years and older?

Place one AED pad directly below the right collarbone. Place the other pad to the side of the left nipple, with the top edge of the pad a few inches below the armpit. As shown in Figure 26B, one pad will be placed on the victim’s bare chest (anterior), and the other will be placed on the victim’s back (posterior).

Where do you place AED pads on an 11 month old child?

If it looks like the pads will touch, put one pad in the center of the baby’s chest. Put the other pad on the center of the baby’s upper back. You may need to first dry the baby’s back. Don’t touch the baby while the AED checks the baby’s heart rhythm.

Where do you place AED pads on a 10 year old?

The first pad goes on the top right side of the chest. The second pad goes on the bottom left side mid axillary, under the left breast. Plug the cable into the AED and be sure no one is touching the patient, including yourself. The AED should now be charging and analyzing the rhythm of the patient’s heart.

Where should AED pads not be placed?

A common mistake is to place this pad on the front of the chest, this is likely to make an AED shock less effective. AED pads need to be placed in direct contact with the skin. Excessive chest hair can reduce pad contact with the skin and risk causing burns.

How do you place AED pads on a 10 year old?

When do you use an AED on a child?

AEDs may be used for children 1 to 8 years of age with no signs of circulation. Ideally the device should deliver a pediatric dose.

Where do you place AED pads on a 6 year old?

AED Technique for Children Attach the AED pads to the patient’s chest. The pads should have a diagram on placement if you need a reminder. The first pad goes on the top right side of the chest. The second pad goes on the bottom left side mid axillary, under the left breast.

How do you use adult AED pads on a child?

For adults (includes children age 8 or older or more than 55 pounds):

1. Peel the pads off the backing.
2. Place one pad on the right side of the chest, just below the collarbone.
3. Place the other pad on the lower left side of the chest.
4. Connect the pads to the AED. Some pads come pre-connected to the AED.

When should you use an AED on a child?

How can a 10 year old use an AED?

You can use adult pads for children 8 years and older. You can use adult pads for a child less than 8 years, but you may have to apply them differently than shown on the pads: apply one on the front of the chest, the other on the back, so they do not touch.

Can you cut AED pads to fit a child?

Can you cut AED pads to fit a child? No. You should never cut or alter AED electrode pads or child pads.

Where do you place AED pads on a 10 year old child?