Written Lifeguarding Practice Test

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While preparing to use an automated external defibrillator (AED) on a victim, you notice a medication patch on the victim's chest. Which action is most appropriate?

Applying one of the pads directly over the patch
Placing one pad on the victim's chest and the other on their back
Removing the patch with a gloved hand
Wiping the victim's chest dry, avoiding the patch

The correct answer is: Applying one of the pads directly over the patch

Placing the pads directly over the medication patch could interfere with the electrical delivery from the AED and potentially be harmful to the victim. Option B, placing one pad on the chest and the other on the back, could also cause interference and not provide proper defibrillation. Option C, removing the patch with a gloved hand, is not necessary and could delay using the AED. Option D, wiping the victim's chest dry, avoiding the patch, could still potentially cause interference from the residue left behind by the patch. It is important to always follow the instructions provided with the AED and properly place the pads on the victim's bare chest.