Operating instructions

3-4 LIFEPAK 500 Automated External Defibrillator Operating Instructions

Using the LIFEPAK 500 AED

Patients with Implanted Pacemakers

If possible, place defibrillation electrodes away from the internal pacemaker generator. Treat this

patient like any other patient requiring emergency care. Pacemaker pulses may prevent advisement of

an appropriate shock, regardless of the patient's underlying rhythm.

Patients with Implanted Defibrillators

Apply the electrodes in the anterior-lateral position. Treat this patient like any other patient requiring

emergency care.

Alternate Anterior-Posterior Electrode Position

The electrodes may be placed in an anterior-posterior position as follows:

1 Place either the ♥ or + therapy electrode over the left precordium as shown in Figure 3-2. The upper

edge of the electrode should be below the nipple. Avoid placement over the nipple, the diaphragm,

or the bony prominence of the sternum if possible.

2 Place the other electrode behind the heart in the infrascapular area as shown in Figure 3-2. For

patient comfort, place the cable connection away from the spine. Do not place the electrode over the

bony prominences of the spine or scapula.

Figure 3-2 Anterior-posterior placement

AED PROMPTS

The following paragraphs describe typical scenarios that might occur during AED operation. Topics

include:

• First analysis cycle

• Shock advised

• Subsequent analysis cycles

• No shock advised

•CPR Time

• Shock counter

• Motion detection

• Continuous Patient Surveillance System - Check Patient Alert

• Electrodes off detection

For a more detailed description of how the AED analyzes the patient ECG, refer to page A-3.

Note: Accent marks are not included in message prompts for international languages.

WARNING!

Possible interference with implanted electrical device.

Defibrillation may cause implanted electrical devices to malfunction. Place therapy electrodes away

from implanted devices if possible. Check implanted device function after defibrillation.

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