In relation to defibrillation, and using a biphasic defibrillator in the adult cardiac arrest patient, which of the following statements is INCORRECT?
A) Once the defibrillation pads are attached to the patient and the rhythm is confirmed as ventricular fibrillation three stacked shocks should be delivered followed by immediate resumption of chest compressions
B) The recommended energy settings for biphasic defibrillation is 200j
C) Following the delivery of a shock, chest compressions should be immediately re-commenced without checking for the presence of a pulse or assessing for rhythm reversion
D) To minimise interruptions to chest compressions the defibrillator should be charged in preparation for defibrillation while chest compressions are continued
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