What is the recommended action for team members during AED analysis?

The recommended action for team members during AED analysis is to allow the AED to analyze the rhythm without any interruptions. During this critical phase, it’s important for team members to ensure that no one is touching the patient, and proper pacing and communication are key to maintaining the integrity of the analysis.

While rotating roles is essential for preventing fatigue during an extended resuscitation effort, especially in a team dynamic, this action becomes particularly prominent at specific intervals, such as after the AED has delivered a shock or after an analysis without shock advice. During the analysis phase specifically, maintaining quiet and ensuring the patient is not touched is paramount.

When the AED initiates its analysis, any disturbances may compromise the accuracy of the results, which is why it is crucial to refrain from compressions or any other actions that could interfere. The other options focus on either delaying action or not allowing the AED to perform its necessary function, which defeats the purpose of the device and could hinder patient outcomes. This understanding emphasizes the critical nature of teamwork during a cardiac arrest and the importance of adhering strictly to the protocol for using an AED.