First Aid & CPR Practice · Question
If the victim's chest is wet, you should:
Quickly towel the chest dry — water can shunt current. The correct answer is "Dry it quickly before placing pads". This reflects the accepted standard for the f
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Question: If the victim's chest is wet, you should:
Answer options: ✅ Dry it quickly before placing pads
- Apply pads to wet skin
- Pour more water
- Wait until it dries by itself
Correct answer: Dry it quickly before placing pads
Explanation: Quickly towel the chest dry — water can shunt current. The correct answer is "Dry it quickly before placing pads". This reflects the accepted standard for the firstaid assessment and aligns with the official handbook for this competency.
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