In AED automated preflight, which status indicates proper readiness?

In AED automated preflight, which status indicates proper readiness?

• A. The unit secured in its bracket
• B. Service indicator flashes green
• C. The seal is intact
• D. The battery is charged

Answer: (B)

The main idea is how you quickly confirm the AED is ready to use. The status that best shows proper readiness is the service indicator flashing green. This at-a-glance signal means the AED has passed its automated self-tests and is in standby and ready for operation. Other checks matter, but they don’t certify readiness on their own. Securing the unit in its bracket ensures fast access but doesn’t prove the device’s function. A seal being intact shows no tampering but doesn’t confirm the self-test status. A charged battery is essential, but even with a full battery, the device could fail other checks; the flashing green service indicator integrally reflects overall readiness.

The main idea is how you quickly confirm the AED is ready to use. The status that best shows proper readiness is the service indicator flashing green. This at-a-glance signal means the AED has passed its automated self-tests and is in standby and ready for operation.

Other checks matter, but they don’t certify readiness on their own. Securing the unit in its bracket ensures fast access but doesn’t prove the device’s function. A seal being intact shows no tampering but doesn’t confirm the self-test status. A charged battery is essential, but even with a full battery, the device could fail other checks; the flashing green service indicator integrally reflects overall readiness.