A Person Attending a Sporting Event Is Pulseless and Not

question 2

Multiple Choice

A person attending a sporting event is pulseless and not breathing. Which action should the nurse take when an AED is available?

• A) Not using the device, because it needs to be plugged in and there is no electricity
• B) Turning the machine on, placing the patches, and then plugging in the cable
• C) Connecting the cables, placing the patches, and then turning on the machine
• D) Placing the patches, turning on the machine, and then plugging in the cable

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