Mindray BeneHeart D3, Operator'S Manual

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6-4
6.4.2 ECG Monitoring with Paddles/Pads
1. Prepare the patient’s skin.
2. Apply the paddles/pads to the patient.
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If multifunction electrode pads are used, apply pads according to the instructions for use indicated on pads
package. Use anterior-lateral placement.
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If external paddles are used, remove the paddle set from the paddle tray by grasping the handles and pulling
them straight up. Apply conductive gel to paddle electrodes. Place the paddles to the patient’s chest using the
anterior-lateral placement.
3. If multifunction electrode pads are used, connect the pads to the pads cable.
4. Connect paddles/pads cable with the equipment if not connected.
Anterior-lateral Paddles/Pads placement
1. Place the RA pad or Sternum paddle on the patient’s upper right torso, lateral to the sternum and below the clavicle,
as shown below.
2. Place the LL pad, or Apex paddle to the patient’s left nipple in the midaxillary line, with the center of the electrode
in the midaxillary line, if possible. See the figure below.
NOTE
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Anterior - lateral placement is the only placement that can be used for ECG monitoring with paddles/pads
accessories.
LL
RA
Apex paddle
Sternum
paddle