Use of Automated External Defibrillators for Children: An Update
Why the study?
Does the use of automated external defibrillators (AEDs) improve outcomes in children 1 to 8 years of age with no signs of circulation?
Population
Children 1 to 8 years of age who have no signs of circulation
Design
Guideline
Authors
Discussion
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Implication
Supports AED use in pediatric arrest; extends prior adult guidelines to children 1-8 years with pediatric dosing.
Structured PICO
Does the use of automated external defibrillators (AEDs) improve outcomes in children 1 to 8 years of age with no signs of circulation?
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Population
Children 1 to 8 years of age who have no signs of circulation.
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Intervention
Automated external defibrillators (AEDs), ideally delivering a pediatric dose with an arrhythmia detection algorithm demonstrating high specificity for pediatric shockable rhythms
This guideline update supports the use of AEDs in children aged 1 to 8 years with no signs of circulation, provided the device has high specificity for pediatric shockable rhythms.
Limitations
- Insufficient evidence to support a recommendation for or against the use of AEDs in children <1 year of age.
Cite This Study
Samson et al. (2003) conducted a review in Cardiac arrest / no signs of circulation. Automated external defibrillators (AEDs) was evaluated. Automated external defibrillators may be used for children 1 to 8 years of age who have no signs of circulation, ideally delivering a pediatric dose.