Physio-Control LIFEPAK 15 - Manual (Page 122)

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LIFEPAK 15 Monitor/Defibrillator Operating Instructions
Automated External Defibrillation (AED)
AED Warnings
AED Mode
The LIFEPAK 15 monitor/defibrillator is set up to operate in Manual mode when it is turned on
(factory default setting). The device can be set up to power on in AED mode by changing the Setup
Options. The factory default settings for AED mode are identified in Table A-5 on page A-16. The
energy settings and other AED setup options can be changed according to medical protocol. For
more information, see the LIFEPAK 15 Monitor/Defibrillator Setup Options provided with your
device.
The ECG is continuously displayed in AED mode; however, access to other functions such as
OPTIONS is not allowed in AED mode. The CPR metronome automatically sounds during CPR times,
but it can only be silenced and un-silenced in AED mode. For more information, see "CPR Time and
Metronome" on page 5-14.
You can exit AED mode’s prompted protocol and enter Advisory Monitoring or Manual Mode. For
more information about Advisory Monitoring, see "Advisory Monitoring" on page 5-18. Access to
Manual mode may be direct, require confirmation or a passcode, or not allowed, depending on how
your defibrillator is set up. It is important to be thoroughly familiar with your monitor/defibrillator
settings and operation before use.
WARNINGS
MISINTERPRETATION OF DATA HAZARDS
POSSIBLE MISINTERPRETATION OF DATA
Do not analyze in a moving vehicle. Motion artifact may affect the ECG signal resulting
in an inappropriate SHOCK or NO SHOCK ADVISED message. Motion detection may delay
analysis. Stop vehicle and stand clear of patient during analysis.
POSSIBLE ECG MISINTERPRETATION
Do not place therapy electrodes in the anterior-posterior position when operating this
defibrillator in AED mode. A SHOCK or NO SHOCK decision may be inappropriately
advised. The shock advisory algorithm requires the electrodes to be placed in the
anterior-lateral (Lead II) position.
PEDIATRIC PATIENT SAFETY RISK
In AED mode, this defibrillator is not designed or tested to interpret pediatric rhythms
or administer energy at pediatric joule settings for children under eight years old.