Basic Life Support (BLS) Provider Manual - A Comprehensive Guide Covering the Latest Guidelines by Creations Medical & Meloni M.D. S. & Mastenbjörk M.D. M

Author:Creations, Medical & Meloni M.D., S. & Mastenbjörk M.D. , M. [Creations, Medical]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Publisher: Medical Creations
Published: 2021-05-13T16:00:00+00:00

Implantable pacemakers or defibrillators: Patients who have an existing history of cardiac disease may have undergone implantation of pacemakers or defibrillators. These devices may block the AED shock from reaching the heart. Such devices are easily palpable as hard masses beneath the skin. If present, avoid placing the AED directly over these devices.

Transdermal patches: Several patients use transdermal patches for medications such as nitroglycerin, hormones, and nicotine. These patches may block delivery of electric current to the heart, and may also cause skin burns. If present, these patches must be removed, and the area must be wiped before adhesive pads are applied. The rescuer must wear protective gloves while removing such patches, or else there is a risk of the medication being transferred to the rescuer.

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