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If a shock is not needed ,
HeartStart tells you it is safe to touch the
patient (the Caution light
reminds you to check the patient and
perform CPR if
needed. When a shock is
not needed, it may be because the person is
not in cardiac arrest and may need other
medical attention. Make sure EMS has been
called.
HOW TO KNOW IF CPR IS NEEDED
If the person is breathing, you do not need
to do CPR. If the person is not breathing,
the
turns off). It
you should perform CPR. The HeartStart
tells you to press the i-button
coaching on how to perform CPR.
NOTE: For CPR coaching, you must press the
i-button while it is flashing.
WHAT TO DO NEXT
Leave the HeartStart turned on. Leave the
pads on. Follow the HeartStart's
instructions and tend to the patient until
EMS arrives. If another shock is needed, the
HeartStart will give you step-by-step
instructions.
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