How much time should you continue CPR after an AED delivers a shock?

Continuing CPR after an AED delivers a shock is crucial for the patient's chances of survival. The appropriate action is to proceed with CPR until the AED prompts for reanalysis. This is because during the critical post-shock period, high-quality CPR supports circulation and helps maintain blood flow to essential organs. The AED is designed to analyze the heart's rhythm periodically and will indicate when it is appropriate to check again. Stopping CPR for any other duration could jeopardize the patient's condition since ongoing compressions are vital for improving outcomes after defibrillation. Continuous CPR also assists in the prevention of any potential interruptions in blood flow that could occur if compressions are halted prematurely.