During AED preflight, which indicators demonstrate readiness?

During AED preflight, which indicators demonstrate readiness?

• A. Indicator light green, unit not beeping, ready kit pocket sealed
• B. Indicator light green only
• C. Unit not beeping only
• D. Ready kit pocket sealed only

Answer: (A)

During AED preflight, readiness is shown by three checks working together: the indicator light is green, the unit is not beeping, and the ready kit pocket is sealed. The green light means the device is powered and in proper standby status. No beeping indicates there are no faults or alerts that would prevent use. A sealed ready kit pocket ensures the contents remain intact and readily accessible for immediate deployment. If any one of these is missing, you can’t be sure the AED will function properly or that the kit is ready for use. Therefore, the best indication of true readiness is having all three indicators present simultaneously.

During AED preflight, readiness is shown by three checks working together: the indicator light is green, the unit is not beeping, and the ready kit pocket is sealed. The green light means the device is powered and in proper standby status. No beeping indicates there are no faults or alerts that would prevent use. A sealed ready kit pocket ensures the contents remain intact and readily accessible for immediate deployment. If any one of these is missing, you can’t be sure the AED will function properly or that the kit is ready for use. Therefore, the best indication of true readiness is having all three indicators present simultaneously.