If the AED states no shock advised, what is the next step?

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Multiple Choice

If the AED states no shock advised, what is the next step?

Explanation:
When the AED says no shock advised, you first verify whether the patient has a pulse. The device has analyzed the rhythm, but it doesn’t confirm circulation. If you detect a pulse, stop CPR and manage breathing and monitoring. If there is no pulse, continue high-quality CPR and be ready to reanalyze with the AED. Delivering a shock isn’t indicated in this scenario, and while airway and breathing are important, the immediate priority is confirming circulation to guide the next steps.

When the AED says no shock advised, you first verify whether the patient has a pulse. The device has analyzed the rhythm, but it doesn’t confirm circulation. If you detect a pulse, stop CPR and manage breathing and monitoring. If there is no pulse, continue high-quality CPR and be ready to reanalyze with the AED. Delivering a shock isn’t indicated in this scenario, and while airway and breathing are important, the immediate priority is confirming circulation to guide the next steps.

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