Mindray BeneHeart D3, Operator'S Manual

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7-2
WARNING
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During defibrillation, air pockets between the skin and multifunction electrode pads can cause patient skin
burns. To help prevent air pockets, make sure defibrillation pads are completely adhered to the skin.
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Do not use dried-out pads.
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In AED mode, this equipment is not designed to administer energy at pediatric joule settings. The American
Heart Association recommends AEDs be used only on patients who are more than eight years old.
CAUTION
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Aggressive handling of multifunction electrode pads in storage or prior to use can damage the pads. Discard
the pads if they become damaged.
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For patients with implantable pacemaker, the sensitivity and specificity of AED algorithm may be impaired.
7.3 AED View
A typical screen in AED Mode is shown below.
In AED mode, HR numeric and one ECG waveform acquired from the multifunction electrode pads are displayed. Below
the ECG is the information area which displays the defibrillation mode, prompt message, contact impedance indicator,,
selected energy and a shock counter.
For details about the contact impedance indicator, refer to 8.7 Contact Impedance Indicator .