Questions: After an AED delivers a shock, what should the rescuers do next? CHOOSE THE CORRECT ANSWER Complete a pulse check Resume CPR, starting with chest compressions Give 2 breaths and resume CPR Clear the victim for another rhythm analysis

After an AED delivers a shock, what should the rescuers do next?

CHOOSE THE CORRECT ANSWER

Complete a pulse check

Resume CPR, starting with chest compressions

Give 2 breaths and resume CPR

Clear the victim for another rhythm analysis
Transcript text: After an AED delivers a shock, what should the rescuers do next? CHOOSE THE CORRECT ANSWER Complete a pulse check Resume CPR, starting with chest compressions Give 2 breaths and resume CPR Clear the victim for another rhythm analysis
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The answer is the second one: Resume CPR, starting with chest compressions.

Explanation for each option:

  1. Complete a pulse check: This is not the immediate next step after a shock is delivered. The priority is to minimize interruptions in chest compressions, so a pulse check is not recommended immediately after a shock.

  2. Resume CPR, starting with chest compressions: This is the correct answer. After an AED delivers a shock, rescuers should immediately resume CPR, starting with chest compressions, to maintain blood circulation and increase the chances of a successful resuscitation.

  3. Give 2 breaths and resume CPR: While giving breaths is part of CPR, the immediate action after a shock should be to start with chest compressions to ensure continuous circulation.

  4. Clear the victim for another rhythm analysis: This is not the correct step immediately after a shock. Rhythm analysis is typically done after a cycle of CPR, not immediately after a shock.

In summary, after an AED delivers a shock, the rescuers should immediately resume CPR, starting with chest compressions, to ensure continuous blood flow and improve the chances of survival.

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