Question

what are the special considerations for defibrillation in children less than 8 years of age?
select all that apply
always place both pads on the chest
use smaller - sized pads for infants, not children
use smaller - sized pads, if available
a manual defibrillator is preferred for infants less than 1 year of age
if child pads are not included, use adult pads

Explanation:

• For children less than 8 years of age, when defibrillating, if smaller - sized pads (child pads) are available, they should be used. For infants less than 1 year of age, a manual defibrillator is preferred. If child pads are not available, adult pads can be used (but with caution to ensure proper placement and not have the pads overlap).
• Placing both pads on the chest is not always the case (there are anteroposterior placements etc.). And smaller - sized pads are for both infants and children (not just infants).

Answer:

C. Use smaller - sized pads, if available; D. A manual defibrillator is preferred for infants less than 1 year of age; E. If child pads are not included, use adult pads.