Preparing questions in advance can help patients to have more meaningful discussions with their physicians regarding their conditions. Patients may wish to ask their doctor the following questions related to automatic external defibrillators (AEDs):

1. Under what circumstances would I require the use of an AED?
   
   
2. If an AED is used on me, how much does it increase my odds of surviving a cardiac event?
   
   
3. Do I have any medical conditions that make it dangerous for an AED to be used on me?
   
   
4. What is a public access defibrillator (PAD)? How do I use one?
   
   
5. Where can I receive training in the use of a PAD?
   
   
6. When is it appropriate to use a PAD?
   
   
7. Should I ever use CPR in place of a PAD? When?
   
   
8. What should be done with a person after a PAD has been used?
   
   
9. Can an AED be used on me if I am pregnant? Can I use an AED on another person if I am pregnant?