You have analyzed a cardiac arrest patient's rhythm three times with the AED, separated by 2-minute cycles of CPR, and have received no shock messages each time. You should:
A) consider terminating resuscitation.
B) remove the AED and continue CPR.
C) continue CPR and transport at once.
D) request a paramedic unit at the scene.
Answer: C) continue CPR and transport at once.
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