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AED Safety: Do Not Touch Patient During Rhythm Analysis
Critical rule: No one must touch the patient or the AED while it analyzes the rhythm.
Touching introduces motion artifact that can:
- Prevent shock delivery when needed (false non-shockable).
- Cause inappropriate shock (false shockable).
- Delay analysis.
Sequence: Attach pads → "Analyzing, do not touch" → Clear → Shock if advised → Resume CPR immediately.
Verbalize "Clear!" and visually confirm no contact before shock.
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