How is a child defined in terms of CPR/AED care?

In the context of CPR/AED care, a child is defined as someone from the age of 1 to the onset of puberty. This definition is important because it reflects the physiological differences in how children and adults respond to cardiac events and how they should be treated in emergencies.

The age range considers that before the age of 1, an infant is typically called a baby, with specific guidelines for CPR that differ from those for children. The definition includes a broad age range to address the developmental stages before puberty, where significant physical and physiological changes occur. This differentiation is crucial since resuscitation techniques and the use of AEDs may vary based on the age and size of the person being treated. Recognizing these nuances helps ensure that responders provide the most appropriate and effective care.

In contrast, other options provide age delineations that either include infants or extend beyond the typical definition of a child in this context, which may lead to inappropriate application of CPR techniques or defibrillation settings that are tailored for different age groups.