pulse. Aneighbor, who ollapsos while gardening. She is unresponsive . is not breathing, and does not have a 7. When the AED arrives what is the first stop for using it? A. Press the Shock button B. Apply the pads to the chest C. Turn on the AED D. Clear the patient 8. After the AED pads are attached to the person, the AED detects ventricular fibrillation. What is the next step when using an AED? A. Clear the patient B. Follow the AED prompts C. Press the Shock button D. Check for a carotid pulse

7. When the AED arrives, the first step for using it is to turn it on. This is because the AED needs to be powered on in order to start analyzing the patient's heart rhythm and determine if a shock is needed. Once the AED is turned on, you can proceed to the next steps, which include applying the pads to the chest and following the prompts.<br /><br />8. After the AED pads are attached to the person and the AED detects ventricular fibrillation, the next step is to follow the AED prompts. The AED will guide you through the process and provide instructions on what to do next. It is important to follow the AED's prompts carefully, as they are designed to help you provide effective CPR and deliver a shock if necessary. Clearing the patient and checking for a carotid pulse are important steps in CPR, but they are not the next step when using an AED.