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Originally Posted by al & jane
If you use an AED on a person with a pulse you could kill them. It should only be used when there is no heartbeat.
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A little research...here's a university based answer.
Frequently Asked Questions About AED's, Automated External Defibrillators - Learn AED
quote: Can the AED accidentally shock someone who doesn’t need a shock?
Not likely. The AED is designed to only shock VF. It will not shock any other heart rhythm. Nevertheless, AEDs are not perfect and in 1% of cases it may shock a rhythm other than VF. That’s why it should only be attached to a person who is unconscious and has collapsed.