CAE Healthcare Ares, User Manual

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Using Ares
Defibrillation, Cardioversion, and Pacing
Ares supports cardioversion, defibrillation, and pacing.
The manikin can receive simulated electrical therapy in two ways: by administering defibrillation
through the software or by using the SymDefib device with a live defibrillator.
Simulated Defibrillation
For instructions on administering defibrillation through the software, refer to the Maestro for Ares
User Guide .
Commercial Defibrillation
The manikin is designed to safely absorb the energy discharged from commercial defibrillators
through the SymDefib.
Safety Precautions
Biphasic defibrillators can be used with either paddles or hands-free connectors. Standard
defibrillation energy levels should be used for positive learning reinforcement and to avoid negative
training transfer. However, please refer to the following cautions.
Use of a defibrillator for training purposes represents an operational hazard equivalent to use of a
defibrillator on a real patient. Consequently, ALL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS for the use of defibrillators
MUST BE FOLLOWED as if the simulator were a patient. Consult the specific defibrillator’s user
manual for further information.
The following cautions should be observed:
• Defibrillation should be performed on the defibrillation electrodes only. If defibrillation is
performed over any ECG electrode, high voltage may be present on the remaining
connectors during the shock. This may also damage ECG circuitry.
• To prevent overheating, do NOT provide more than three (3) defibrillator discharges
(maximum 200 joules with a biphasic defibrillator) in a sequence. Do NOT exceed an
average of two (2) defibrillator discharges per minute during the training session.
• Avoid a large number of consecutive discharges. For example, 20 or 25 discharges without
any recovery interval may damage the system.
• Do NOT let the simulator come in contact with electrically conductive surfaces or objects
during defibrillation. A flame-supporting atmosphere, for example, with a high content of
oxygen, should be avoided during defibrillation.
• Keep the simulator’s chest dry. Special attention should be taken when using the urinary
system.
• To prevent pitting of the chest skin electrode, do NOT apply conductive gel or conductive
defibrillation pads intended for patient use.
• Do NOT use cables or connectors having visible damage.