Cardiac Science Atria 3100, Operating Instructions Manual

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70-00082-01 A Atria Electrocardiograph Operating Instructions v
Intended Use
Under the supervision of a qualified physician trained in ECG
interpretation the Atria electrocardiograph can be used to record the
electrical activity of the heart for the purpose of correlating the resultant
waveforms with the health of the heart muscle tissue structures.
This equipment produces a resting 12-lead electrocardiogram which can be
used as a first step for assessment of patients with cardiac arrythmias,
intraventricular conduction block, pre-excitation syndrome and ischemic
heart disease. Records stored and used during the life of the patient can
assist physicians in the diagnosis and natural history of heart related
illnesses (such as coronary artery disease).
This equipment is not designed to produce a definitive interpretation nor
exhaustive evaluation of the patient’s heart but rather provide an effective
beginning for evaluation of patients with heart abnormalities.
Warnings
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WARNING
Shock hazard. Do not touch the Atria or patient during defibrillation.
Otherwise, serious injury or death could result.
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WARNING
Burn Hazard. Severe burns may result from improper placement of
defibrillator paddles. Never position defibrillator paddles close to or over
ECG sensors. Remove all chest sensors (V-Leads/ C-Leads) from the
patient before defibrillation.
Read and follow all defibrillator instructions before attempting
defibrillation.
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WARNING
Operator or Patient Injury. Before performing procedure with the Atria,
read and follow all safety procedures.
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Caution
U.S. Federal law restricts this device to sale by or on the order of a
physician.