To minimize interruptions, when two or more rescuers are present, what should one rescuer do while the other operates the AED?

To minimize interruptions, when two or more rescuers are present, what should one rescuer do while the other operates the AED?

• A. Continue chest compressions while the other operates the AED
• B. Stop compressions to operate AED
• C. Pause compressions during AED analysis
• D. Pause to count cycles

Answer: (A)

The key idea is to keep blood flowing by chest compressions with as few interruptions as possible. With two rescuers, one should continue delivering high-quality chest compressions while the other takes charge of the AED—turning it on, placing the pads, and handling rhythm analysis and any shocks. This division of labor minimizes the time the patient isn’t being compressed, which helps maintain perfusion to the heart and brain. When the AED indicates a shock or asks for analysis, follow the device prompts and briefly pause only as required, then immediately resume compressions after the shock is delivered or the analysis is complete. This coordinated approach reduces pauses and improves the effectiveness of resuscitation.

The key idea is to keep blood flowing by chest compressions with as few interruptions as possible. With two rescuers, one should continue delivering high-quality chest compressions while the other takes charge of the AED—turning it on, placing the pads, and handling rhythm analysis and any shocks. This division of labor minimizes the time the patient isn’t being compressed, which helps maintain perfusion to the heart and brain. When the AED indicates a shock or asks for analysis, follow the device prompts and briefly pause only as required, then immediately resume compressions after the shock is delivered or the analysis is complete. This coordinated approach reduces pauses and improves the effectiveness of resuscitation.