What should you do immediately after the AED delivers a shock?

Immediately after the AED delivers a shock, you should:

1. Check for responsiveness:

- Gently shake and shout to the person, "Are you okay?"

- If they do not respond and are not moving or breathing normally, continue CPR.

2. Restart CPR:

- If the person remains unresponsive, immediately begin CPR.

- Continue chest compressions and rescue breaths for at least 2 minutes (5 cycles of 30 compressions and 2 breaths) before reattaching the AED pads.

3. Continue using the AED:

- After completing CPR, reattach the AED if available.

- Follow the voice prompts of the AED and allow it to analyze the heart rhythm again.

- If the AED advises another shock, deliver the shock as instructed by the AED.

4. Continue CPR and AED cycles:

- Alternate between 2 minutes of CPR (5 cycles of 30 compressions and 2 breaths) and AED analysis until:

- The person starts breathing and has a pulse,

- An advanced medical team takes over,

- You are too exhausted to continue, or

- 10 minutes have elapsed without any signs of life.

Remember, prompt action and proper technique during CPR and AED use increase the chances of a successful resuscitation.