Physio-Control LIFEPAK CR Plus - Manual (Page 17)

LIFEPAK CR Plus and LIFEPAK EXPRESS Defibrillator Operating Instructions 1-11
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Introduction
Defibrillation Electrodes (Pads)
When applied to the victim, Physio-Control QUIK-PAK defibrillation electrodes (pads) work with the
defibrillator to monitor the heart rhythm and identify when a shock should be delivered. If victim care is
transferred to emergency medical personnel, these electrode pads can be disconnected from the
defibrillator and reconnected to other AEDs or defibrillators that are compatible with QUIK-COMBO
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electrodes.
For infants or children who are less than eight years of age or weigh less than 25 kg (55 lb), use
Infant/Child Reduced Energy Defibrillation Electrodes. These electrodes reduce the energy delivered by
the AED to the victim by approximately 75%. Keep all electrode pads with the AED.
Defibrillation Waveform
The defibrillation shock, using ADAPTIV Biphasic technology, is delivered in the form of a biphasic
truncated exponential (BTE) defibrillation waveform.
Heart Rhythm Analysis
The Physio-Control patented Shock Advisory System™ evaluates the victim’s heart rhythm. Refer to
"Appendix B" for further information.
Motion Detection
This patented motion system detects victim or operator motion that could affect the heart rhythm
evaluation. Heart rhythm evaluation is interrupted if the defibrillator detects motion.
Readiness Display
This easy-to-read visual display indicates if the defibrillator is ready for use or if it needs attention.
SafeGuard™ Power System
The SafeGuard power system offers a dual layer of security as the CHARGE-PAK battery charger helps
keep the rechargeable internal lithium battery at its optimum level. The internal battery supplies power
to operate the defibrillator. It is important to keep a CHARGE-PAK battery charger in the defibrillator,
even when the defibrillator is stored. Refer to "Replacing the CHARGE-PAK Battery Charger and the
QUIK-PAK Electrode Packet" on page 5-2 for more information.