A middle-aged male was found unresponsive by his wife. When you arrive at the scene, you assess the patient and determine that he is apneic and pulseless. You should:
A) immediately begin CPR, reassess for a carotid pulse after 60 seconds, and then apply the AED.
B) immediately apply the AED, analyze his cardiac rhythm, deliver a shock if indicated, and begin CPR.
C) begin CPR starting with chest compressions, apply the AED as soon as possible, and request backup.
D) perform CPR with a compression to ventilation ratio of 15:2, apply the AED, and request backup.
Answer: C) begin CPR starting with chest compressions, apply the AED as soon as possible, and request backup.
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