Final answer:
If someone is touching the person during AED administration, immediately instruct them to 'Stand clear!' or 'Don't touch!' until they are no longer in contact. Safety must be ensured for everyone involved before proceeding with the AED's instructions.
Step-by-step explanation:
If you are about to administer a shock with an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) but notice someone is touching the person receiving the shock, it is crucial to ensure their safety. The first step you should take is to make it clear to everyone around that they must not touch the person while the AED is analyzing and administering the shock. This is because any contact could conduct electricity and pose a risk to the helper or alter the analysis and delivery of the AED shock.
If the person does not stop touching the victim, firmly tell them to "Stand clear!" or "Don't touch!" until they comply. Once it is safe, and no one is in contact with the person needing help, proceed with the AED's instructions. Remember, safety for all individuals involved is paramount when an AED is in use.
Although AEDs are designed for use by laypersons and automatically diagnose the heart condition and administer the shock with the appropriate energy and waveform, proper safety protocols need to be followed. This includes performing CPR if recommended before using an AED, as well as ensuring the person is not being touched during the administration of the AED shock.