Which AED pad placement technique is recommended when they risk touching on a child's chest?

The anterioposterior pad placement technique is recommended for use with children when there is a risk that the electrode pads may touch each other on the chest. In this position, one pad is placed on the front of the chest (anterior) and the other pad is placed on the back (posterior). This arrangement reduces the likelihood of the pads overlapping, which can interfere with the effectiveness of the defibrillation shock and may pose a safety risk due to the potential for electrical current to travel through a less optimal pathway.

Using the anterioposterior technique is particularly crucial in pediatric patients, as their smaller body size increases the risk of pad contact and ensures a more effective delivery of the shock to the heart, improving the chances of restoring a normal rhythm. This method is essential for maximizing the chances of survival in an emergency situation involving a child.