You have arrived at a residence where a 4-month-old baby was found in his crib in cardiac arrest. Emergency Medical Responders have been on scene for 5 minutes prior to arrival. They began CPR immediately on reaching the patient's side. You have an AED with adult pads with you, but not pediatric pads. After rechecking and confirming that the patient is in cardiac arrest, you would:

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In a situation where a pediatric patient is in cardiac arrest and only adult AED pads are available, it is recommended to use the adult pads if pediatric pads are not available. Immediate defibrillation, if indicated, is crucial in increasing the chances of survival in cardiac arrest cases. The AED will provide prompts and guidance on how to proceed, ensuring the most appropriate care is given under the circumstances.

You Have Arrived at a Residence Where a 4-Month-Old Baby