Final answer:
A person with a transdermal nitro patch on their arm may slightly delay AED usage while it is removed. Other situations, such as a person found submerged in a bathtub or a person who has collapsed in snow, may require extra precautions before AED application. option b is correct
Step-by-step explanation:
option b is correct Automated external defibrillators (AED) are designed to be used by lay persons in emergency situations. In some situations, AED usage may be slightly delayed while the situation is made safe for AED application. One such situation is when a person has a transdermal nitro patch on their arm. The nitro patch contains medication that can react with the electrical shock delivered by the AED, so it must be removed before using the device.
Other situations, such as a person found submerged in a bathtub or a person who has collapsed in snow, may require extra precautions to ensure the safety of both the patient and the rescuer. For example, the person in the bathtub may need to be moved to a dry location and dried off before applying the AED.
Overall, the primary goal is to ensure the safety of everyone involved while providing the necessary care.
The situation that will slightly delay AED usage while the situation is made safe for AED application is B. A person found submerged in a bathtub. In order to safely use an AED, the person must be removed from the water to prevent the risk of electrical injury to the rescuer and to ensure the effectiveness of the defibrillation. Situations with wet environments require that the victim is dried off before AED pads are applied. While AEDs are safe to use in many scenarios and provide crucial assistance in a cardiac emergency by analyzing the patient's heart rhythm and then delivering an appropriate shock, it is essential to follow certain safety precautions to ensure the safety of both the patient and the rescuer.