SERIOUS EMERGENCIES
Call 911 immediately!
Call 911 immediately!
Step 1
- Turn on the AED. Follow the visual or audio steps.
Step 2
- Attach the AED pads and connectors. (Diagram 4)
Step 3
- Push the “analyze” button. The AED will analyze the heart rhythm and tell you if a shock is needed. Do not touch the victim during analysis.
Step 4
- If a shock is needed, tell everyone to “stand clear” (move away, do not touch the victim) and when all are clear including you, push the “shock” button.
Step 5
- Quickly restart CPR if the person is not breathing.
Step 6
- Follow the AED instructions, while you continue CPR, until emergency medical services (EMS) or a trained medical responder arrives on the scene.