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Why does everyone have to stand clear when an AED delivers a shock?

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Why does everyone have to stand clear when an AED delivers a shock?

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Once the electrode pads are positioned correctly on the patient, the AED will tell everyone to stand clear and not touch the patient so that the AED can analyse the patient without any external interference. It also prevents any bystanders from being injured when an electric shock is delivered.