A nurse is instructing a group of healthcare providers about the importance of early defibrillation in CPR. What is the rationale for early defibrillation?

A) Correct. Ensuring that the AED is turned on before placing the pads on the victim's chest is a safety measure. This ensures the AED is ready for use and can begin the analysis process immediately.

B) Incorrect. While it is essential to stand clear and avoid touching the victim during defibrillation, this is not the response to the client's question about general safety measures.

C) Incorrect. It is crucial to stand clear and avoid touching the victim while the AED is analyzing and delivering a shock. Performing CPR during defibrillation can interfere with the accuracy of the analysis and the delivery of the shock.

D) Incorrect. The AED is specifically designed for use during cardiac arrest when the victim is unresponsive and not conscious. Using the AED is not appropriate for conscious individuals who can follow instructions.

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A) Incorrect. While medications are important in advanced cardiac life support, the primary goal of early recognition and response is not the immediate administration of medications.

B) Incorrect. While transporting the client to a specialized cardiac care facility is necessary for some patients, it is not the primary goal of early recognition and response.

C) Incorrect. Advanced airway management and oxygen support are important in the resuscitation process, but the primary goal at the early stage is not advanced airway management.

D) Correct. The primary goal of early recognition and response in cardiac arrest situations is to start immediate chest compressions and deliver rescue breaths to support circulation and oxygenation. These interventions are essential to maintaining blood flow and oxygen delivery to vital organs until advanced medical support is available.

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