Defibrillation pad application technique – Paediatric.

Question 1

• How should electrode pads be placed on a paediatric patient?

Answer 1

o As close as possible to those of adult pad placement.

Question 2

• What is permissible to ensure there is sufficient gap between pads?

Answer 2

o The “posterior/Sternal” pad is permissible to wrap over the shoulder, the neck should be avoided.