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Defibrillation operation
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Warnings
The Apolus has a patient impedance meter, it delivers shocks in impedances
of 25 to 300 ohms.
If a cable or conductor is suspected of being ruptured, avoid using the
equipment due to possible risk to the operator.
Ensure that the defibrillation electrodes of the Apolus are at an appropriate
distance from other electrodes so that the power applied does not flow
through these electrodes.
Disconnect all equipment devoid of protection against the discharge of
defibrillators.
Ensure that the patient does not come into contact with any metallic parts.
Use criteria
The Apolus, in defibrillation mode, must only be used if the following circumstances,
as a whole, are presented:
1
- Unconscious victim
2
- No breathing
3
- No pulse
Other important considerations regarding the use of the Apolus:
1
- Not recommended for children under one year old
2
- Pacemakers may affect the device’s efficiency
3
- Medicines in adhesive form must be removed before starting defibrillation
4
- Hypothermic patients may not respond well to defibrillation
5
- Once the removal of the patient is started, the defibrillation must be interrupted
Qualified users
Shall be considered qualified users those who have had training in a recognized
institution in the use of automated defibrillators and CPR techniques -
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
