ZOLL Propaq M Rev B - Manual (Page 138)

C HAPTER 13 M ONITORING 12-L EAD ECG
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Entering Patient Age and Gender
The Patient Info parameter panel provides default values for the Patient Age and Patient
Gender parameters. To change a default value, highlight and select the parameter, and then
specify a new value as follows:
To change Patient Age, use the navigation keys on the front panel to decrease or increase the
default value (45), then press Select.
To change Patient Gender, use the navigation keys on the front panel to toggle between the
default value, M (male), and F (female), then press Select.
12-Lead ECG Monitoring Setup
The proper application and placement of electrodes is essential for high quality 12-Lead ECG
monitoring. Good contact between the electrode and skin minimizes motion artifact and signal
interference.
To set up 12-lead ECG monitoring, perform the following steps:
1. Prepare the patient's skin for electrode application.
2. Apply the electrodes to the patient.
3. Connect each lead of the ECG cable to the appropriate electrode.
4. Connect the 12-Lead cable to the Propaq M unit.
5. Observe the patient’s electrocardiogram on the display, and adjust size of the 12-Lead ECG
waveform traces, as necessary.
Preparing the Patient for Electrode Application
The proper application of electrodes is essential for high quality ECG monitoring. Good contact
between the electrode and skin minimizes motion artifact and signal interference.
Before applying electrodes, prepare the patient’s skin, as necessary:
• Shave or clip excess hair at electrode site.
• Clean oily skin with an alcohol pad.
• Rub site briskly to dry.