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Rescue Life User Manual vers. 3.0 Feb. 2015
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PACEMAKER (OPTIONAL)
ABOUT NON INVASIVE PACEMAKER
A non-invasive pacemaker is a device that delivers an electrical stimulus to the heart, causing
cardiac depolarization and myocardial contraction. The energy is delivered through large
adhesive disposable electrodes placed on the chest. In addition to noninvasive pacing, other
supportive measures may be necessary.
Among other factors, it is recognized that successful pacing of a patient depends to the length
of time between the onset of a dysrhythmia and the initiation of pacing. Rapid pacing and
prompt follow-up care are essential. The physiologic state of the patient may affect the
probability of successful pacing or of skeletal muscle activity. The failure to successfully pace a
patient is not a reliable indicator of pacemaker performance. In the same way, the patient’s
muscular response to pacing is not a reliable indicator of energy delivered.
Indications
Non-invasive pacing is indicated for symptomatic bradycardia in patients with a pulse.
Contraindications
Non-invasive pacing is contraindicated for the treatment of ventricular fibrillation and asystole.
On the operational screen, pressing the F3 key (PACER) the RESCUE LIFE will open the
pacemaker mode and will display the pacemaker menu.
IMPORTANT
If the paddles are not attached to the patient the machine will not enter the pacemaker mode.
The ECG trace will be displayed and the DEMAND mode is available only if the patient cable is
connected. (the paddles are used for pacing so they cannot acquire the ECG trace).