Use of the automated external defibrillator is contraindicated in patients who:
A) are between 1 and 8 years of age.
B) experienced a witnessed cardiac arrest.
C) are apneic and have a weak carotid pulse.
D) have a nitroglycerin patch applied to the skin.
Answer: C) are apneic and have a weak carotid pulse.
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