Safety Considerations
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Electrical shock
Before defibrillation, be sure to disconnect from the patient all electromedical equipment that is
not defibrillation-protected. Keep electrodes away from all other equipment attached to the
patient and from metal objects in contact with the patient.
During defibrillation, do not touch the bed, the patient, conductive material, or any equipment
connected to the patient; a severe shock can result. To avoid hazardous pathways for the
defibrillation current, do not allow exposed portions of the patient’s body to touch any metal
objects, such as a bed frame.
Accessory equipment
The use of accessory equipment that does not comply with the equivalent safety requirements
of the AED Pro device could reduce the level of safety of the resulting system. When selecting
accessory equipment, consider the following:
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Use of the accessory in the patient vicinity
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Evidence that the safety certification of the accessory has been performed in accordance
with the appropriate IEC (EN) 60601-1 and/or IEC (EN) 60601-1-1 harmonized national
standards.
Patient Safety
The AED Pro unit detects ECG electrical signals only and does not detect a pulse (effective
circulatory perfusion). Always verify pulse and heart rate by physical assessment of the patient.
Never assume that the display of a nonzero heart rate means that the patient has a pulse.
ECG rhythm analysis does not warn of patient asystole, which is not a shockable rhythm.
Do not connect the AED Pro to a PC or other device (via the USB port) while the unit’s
electrodes are still connected to the patient.
Disconnect the AED Pro from the patient before performing defibrillation with another
defibrillator.
If the AED Pro shuts down or malfunctions during defibrillation of the patient with a different
defibrillator, turn the AED Pro unit off and then back on, and continue normal use.
Check electrical leakage levels before use. Leakage current might be excessive if more than one
monitor or other piece of equipment is connected to the patient.
Do not use this equipment in the presence of electrosurgery.
Defibrillation pads and ECG electrodes
Check the expiration date on the electrode packaging. Do not use electrodes that have passed
their expiration date.
Do not use defibrillation pads or ECG electrodes if the gel is dried or damaged; patient burns or
poor quality ECG signals might result from using such electrodes.
Poor adherence or air pockets under defibrillation pads can cause arcing, skin burns, or reduced
energy delivery. To minimize burning, apply freshly opened and undamaged defibrillation pads
to clean and dry skin. Excessive body hair or wet, diaphoretic skin can inhibit electrode pad
coupling (contact) with the skin. Clip excess hair and dry any moisture from the area where an
electrode pad is to be attached.
