How to Use Pacing with Lifepak 12

While automated external defibrillators (AED) in airports and public buildings can be used by most laypeople, the Lifepak 12 defibrillator/monitor is recommended for use in hospitals and by EMS, fire and police personnel.

Things You'll Need

• Physio-Control Lifepak 12 defibrillator/monitor Training dummy

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Instructions

Preparing the Patient

• 1

  Bare patient's chest and trim heavy chest hair.

• 2

  Clean and dry all electrode sites, avoiding alcohol or benzoin products.

• 3

  Turn the Lifepak 12 on.

Applying ECG Electrodes

• 4

  Apply the electrocardiogram (ECG) electrodes.

• 5

  Connect electrodes to the ECG cable.

• 6

  Check that there is enough space to apply therapy electrodes.

Applying Therapy Electrodes

• 7

  Apply QUIK-COMBO therapy electrodes by smoothing from end to end. Press firmly to remove all air.

• 8

  Connect the QUIK-COMBO electrodes to therapy cable

• 9

  Check that electrodes are clear of wounds or dressings.

Pacing

• 10

  Press the Pacer.

• 11

  Check the screen for ECG rhythm and the sense marker on each QRS. Adjust ECG size or select a different lead.

• 12

  Select pacing rate by pressing Rate or rotating Selector.

• 13

  Increase pacing current by pressing Current or slowly rotating Selector.