AED stands for which equipment?

• A. Automated External Defibrillator
• B. Airway Emergency Device
• C. Avian Emergency Device
• D. Automatic External Dialer

Answer: (A)

AED stands for Automated External Defibrillator, a portable device used in cardiac arrest situations. It analyzes the heart rhythm and, if needed, delivers a controlled electric shock to help restore a normal rhythm, while also guiding you through CPR with audible prompts. This makes it a user-friendly tool for flight crew or bystanders who may be first responders. The other terms don’t fit: Airway Emergency Device relates to airway management, Avian Emergency Device isn’t a recognized medical device, and Automatic External Dialer is about calling for help, not defibrillation.