ZOLL AED Pro Rev J - Manual (Page 18)

P REFACE
xvi www.zoll.com 9650-0350-01 Rev. J
Intended Use
The AED Pro unit is intended to defibrillate victims of ventricular fibrillation or pulseless
ventricular tachycardia, for ECG monitoring, and for CPR monitoring of patients. The CPR
monitoring function provides a metronome designed to encourage rescuers to perform chest
compressions at the AHA/ERC recommended rate of 100 compressions per minute. Voice and
visual prompts encourage a compression depth of at least 2 inches (5 cm) for adult patients.
Indications for Use
Use of the device for defibrillation is indicated on victims of cardiac arrest with apparent
lack of circulation as indicated by
• Unconsciousness
• Absence of breathing, and
• Absence of pulse and other signs of circulation.
When the victim is less than 8 years old or weighs less than 55 lb. (25 kg), use ZOLL
pedi•padz® II pediatric defibrillation electrodes. Do not delay therapy to determine the
patient’s exact age or weight.
The device is also intended for use when ECG monitoring is indicated to evaluate the patient’s
heart rate or ECG morphology.
Contraindications for Use
Defibrillation
Never use the AED Pro unit for defibrillation when the patient
• Is conscious
• Is breathing, or
• Has a detectable pulse or other sign of circulation.
CPR Monitoring
The CPR monitoring function is not intended for use on patients under 8 years of age.
Intended Users
In semiautomatic mode, the AED Pro unit is intended to be used by rescuers and emergency
care personnel who have completed training and certification requirements applicable to the
use of a defibrillator where the operator controls delivery of shocks to the patient.
In manual mode, the AED Pro unit is intended to be used only by qualified medical personnel
trained in Advanced Life Support skills.
In ECG monitoring mode, the AED Pro unit is intended to be used by personnel who are
qualified by training in the use of the AED Pro device, basic life and/or advanced life support,
or other physician-authorized emergency medical training.