Question 18 of the Patient Treatment and Transport Practice Test for the EMT Test

Question 18 Patient Treatment and Transport Practice Test for the EMT Test

A responsive cardiac emergency patient has palpable pulses. An EMT arrives on scene and sees an AED beside the patient. What is the most appropriate next action?

Check vitals and apply an AED if the heart rate is bradycardic.
Attach and apply the AED immediately.
Begin CPR, starting with respirations.
Do not use the AED.

Hint

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Question 18 - Patient Treatment and Transport Practice Test for the EMT Test