Where should AED pads be placed on the victim?

Where should AED pads be placed on the victim?

• A. On the victim's bare chest
• B. On the back
• C. On the abdomen
• D. On the legs

Answer: (A)

AED pads must go on a victim’s bare chest so the electrical current can pass through the heart with minimal resistance. For adults, place one pad on the upper right chest just below the collarbone and the other on the left side of the chest, a bit below the armpit (mid‑axillary line). Remove clothing from the chest and shave any thick hair if needed to ensure good contact. Avoid placing pads on the abdomen, back, or over jewelry, implanted devices, or medication patches, since that can impede effective defibrillation.

AED pads must go on a victim’s bare chest so the electrical current can pass through the heart with minimal resistance. For adults, place one pad on the upper right chest just below the collarbone and the other on the left side of the chest, a bit below the armpit (mid‑axillary line). Remove clothing from the chest and shave any thick hair if needed to ensure good contact. Avoid placing pads on the abdomen, back, or over jewelry, implanted devices, or medication patches, since that can impede effective defibrillation.