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An AED is most effective when used:
Survival drops about 10% per minute without defibrillation. The correct answer is "As soon as possible after collapse". This reflects the accepted standard for
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Question: An AED is most effective when used:
Answer options: ✅ As soon as possible after collapse
- Only by paramedics
- After 10 minutes
- Only at hospitals
Correct answer: As soon as possible after collapse
Explanation: Survival drops about 10% per minute without defibrillation. The correct answer is "As soon as possible after collapse". This reflects the accepted standard for the firstaid assessment and aligns with the official handbook for this competency.
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