The correct site for defibrillation is as follows:
1. Confirm the patient's status:
Before applying defibrillation, you first need to make sure that the patient is unconscious, has no pulse, and is not breathing normally, i.e., is in sudden cardiac arrest.
2. Prepare the defibrillation equipment:
Make sure the defibrillator is powered up.
Make sure that the electrodes on the defibrillator are attached to the patient's skin, usually with one electrode on the right side of the chest and the other electrode on the left side of the lower chest.
3. Ensure personnel safety:
Make sure that no one is around to touch the patient to avoid accidental electrocution.
4. Setting the defibrillation energy:
Set the appropriate defibrillation energy according to the instructions of the medical staff. Typically, there are different levels of defibrillation energy, and the medical staff will determine the level of energy needed based on the patient's specific situation.
5. Zeroing:
Make sure the defibrillator is zeroed before using it.
6. Pressing the Shock Button:
When everything is ready, the medical staff can press the shock button to release the electrical energy.
7. Observe the heart rhythm:
After defibrillation, the healthcare worker should immediately start cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and continuously observe the patient's heart rhythm.
8. Repeat as needed:
If the first defibrillation is unsuccessful, the healthcare worker may need to repeat the defibrillation steps under medical supervision.
9. Prompt medical management:
Whether defibrillation is successful or not, the patient requires prompt medical management and monitoring to prevent recurrence of the arrhythmia.
It is important to emphasize that electrical defibrillation is a specialized medical technique that should be used only by trained medical personnel under appropriate conditions. In an emergency, you should call the emergency services immediately and wait for the arrival of a medical professional. When using an electric defibrillator, follow strict medical instructions and procedures to ensure safe and effective operation.