Final answer:
It is true that you need to dry a victim's chest before applying AED pads to ensure proper adhesion and electrical conductivity during defibrillation.
Step-by-step explanation:
The statement is True. If a victim's chest is covered in perspiration, it is necessary to quickly dry their chest before applying AED pads. Proper adhesion of the pads is crucial for the AED to analyze the patient's heart rhythm and to deliver an effective electrical shock. Any moisture can interfere with the conductivity of the shock and may also cause the pads to not stick properly to the skin. It is also important to ensure that CPR, or cardiopulmonary resuscitation, is administered according to current standards, with chest compressions being at least 5 cm deep and at a rate of 100 compressions per minute, before the use of an AED if the victim is unresponsive and not breathing normally.