Which of these statements about the heart rhythm of ventricular fibrillation is true?
A) Ventricular fibrillation occurs when the heart rate is so slow and weak that a pulse cannot be felt
B) When a patient's heart is in ventricular fibrillation, it is unable to pump blood throughout the body
C) The most effective treatment for converting ventricular fibrillation to a normal heart rhythm is CPR
D) The AED is designed to identify ventricular tachycardia and give a "no shock advised" message when it is present
B) When a patient's heart is in ventricular fibrillation, it is unable to pump blood throughout the body
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