Self-reported actions for AED use in first aiders versus non-first aiders
| First aider | Non-first aider | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open AED | 19.6% (120/613) | 6.2% (24/391) | 14.3% (144/1004) |
| Listen to and follow instructions | 28.2% (173/613) | 8.5% (33/391) | 20.6% (206/1004) |
| Apply pads in correct area on chest | 19.9% (122/613) | 6.4% (25/391) | 14.6% (147/1004) |
| Await analysis of heart rhythm | 8.3% (51/613) | 1.0% (4/391) | 5.5% (55/1004) |
| Aware persons to be clear before shock | 11.6% (71/613) | 2.8% (11/391) | 8.2% (82/1004) |
| Shocks patient | 14.8% (91/613) | 4.6% (18/391) | 10.9% (109/1004) |
| Continues CPR should shock not be advised/successful | 3.6% (22/613) | 0.0% (0/391) | 2.2% (22/1004) |
AED, automatic external defibrillator; CPR, cardiopulmonary resuscitation.