What should you do when your partner says, "Clear," while you are providing artificial ventilations?

When your partner calls out "Clear," this is a critical command indicating that a defibrillation shock is about to be delivered to the patient. It means that everyone in the vicinity must be away from the patient to ensure safety and effective delivery of the shock.

Letting go of the mask and not touching the patient is essential because if you maintain contact during defibrillation, it could result in injury to yourself or the patient. This approach prioritizes safety and allows the defibrillator to work effectively without interference. The immediate cessation of any physical contact with the patient at that moment is a standard protocol in emergency care during cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and defibrillation procedures.