ZOLL X Series Monitor Defibrillator Rev H - Manual (Page 166)

C HAPTER 13 A UTOMATED E XTERNAL D EFIBRILLATOR (AED) O PERATION
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In AED operation, there is an Analysis/CPR Protocol mode guides you through a cardiac event
by performing ECG analysis, preparing the device for a shock (if needed), and leading you
through a CPR interval. This cycle is repeated as long as Analysis/CPR Protocol is active and
pads are attached to the patient. If pads become detached from the patient or shorted during the
Analysis/CPR Protocol, the protocol halts and waits for the pads to be reattached or continues
through the CPR interval and then halts and waits for the pads to be reattached.
The X Series defibrillator is capable of analyzing a patient’s ECG rhythm in two different ways.
The first mode of analyzing is automatic; the other mode of analyzing is user activated analysis
and is initiated by pressing the ANALYZE button.
Automatic and user activated analysis of a patient’s ECG can be performed only when:
• Hands-free therapy electrodes are connected, and making good contact with the patient.
• The defibrillator is on.
This analysis normally consists of up to three consecutive 3-second ECG rhythm analyses. If at
least two of the three analyses determine that the patient has a shockable rhythm, the unit
automatically prompts the operator to shock the patient at the preconfigured energy level. If
two or more of the three 3-second ECG analyses do not detect a shockable rhythm, the unit
alerts the operator that no shock is advised.
If the first two segments are in agreement with each other, the final shock or no shock rhythm
decision is made and a third segment is not processed.
If the shock button is pressed and a shock is successfully delivered, the shock count increments
by one and is displayed on the screen.
AED Operation
Determine Patient Condition Following Medical Protocols
Verify:
• Unconsciousness.
• Absence of breathing.
• Absence of pulse.
Begin CPR Following Medical Protocols
Request additional assistance.