You and your partner are responding to a call for a 57-year-old unresponsive patient. You have used the AED to deliver a shock to the patient. Immediately following the shock you should:
A) resume chest compressions. B) check for a pulse.
C) ensure no one is touching the patient. D) allow paramedics to administer medications.
A
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