The EMT should use an AED on a child older than 1 year if:
A. he or she is not breathing and has a weakly palpable pulse.
B. his or her condition is rapidly progressing to cardiac arrest.
C. pediatric pads and an energy-reducing device are available.
D. special pads are used and the child has profound tachycardia.
Answer: C. pediatric pads and an energy-reducing device are available.
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