Physio-Control LIFEPAK 15 - Manual (Page 52)

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LIFEPAK 15 Monitor/Defibrillator Operating Instructions
Monitoring the ECG
Monitoring Using ECG Cable Accessories
The following ECG cables, shown in Figure 4-2, are available for ECG monitoring with the
LIFEPAK 15 monitor/defibrillator:
• 12-lead (either of 2 types)
• 3-lead
• 4-wire
• 5-wire
Figure 4-2 12-Lead, 3-Lead, 4-Wire, and 5-Wire ECG Cables
ECG Monitoring Procedure
To perform ECG monitoring:
1. Press ON .
2. Attach the ECG cable to the green connector on the monitor.
3. Identify the appropriate electrode sites on the patient as shown in Figure 4-3.
12-Lead Cable
3-Lead Cable
5-Wire Cable
Precordial lead
attachment
Main cable
(4-wire)
Limb lead
attachment
Precordial lead
attachment
Main cable
12-Lead Cable