ZOLL Propaq MD Rev A - Manual (Page 17)

Propaq MD Indications for Use
9650-0805-01 Rev. A Propaq MD Operator’s Guide 1-7
When the pediatric patient is less than 8 years of age or weighs less than 55 lbs. (25 kg.), use
ZOLL pedi-padz
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pediatric defibrillation electrodes. Do not delay therapy to determine the
patient’s exact age or weight.
Manual Defibrillation
Use of the Propaq MD in the manual mode for external and internal defibrillation is indicated
on victims of cardiac arrest where there is apparent lack of circulation as indicated by:
• Unconsciousness.
• Absence of breathing.
• Absence of pulse.
This product should be used only by qualified medical personnel for converting ventricular
fibrillation and rapid ventricular tachycardia to sinus rhythm or other cardiac rhythms capable
of producing hemodynamically significant heart beats.
The unit can also be used for synchronized cardioversion of certain atrial or ventricular
arrhythmias. Qualified medical personnel must decide when synchronized cardioversion is
appropriate.
The patient population will range from newborn (neonate) to adult.
ECG Monitoring
The Propaq MD is intended for use to monitor and/or record 3-, 5-, or 12-lead ECG waveform
and heart rate, and to alarm when heart rate is above or below limits set by the operator. The
patient population will range from newborn (neonate) to adult, with and without heart
dysfunction.
External Transcutaneous Pacing
This product can be used for temporary external cardiac pacing in conscious or unconscious
patients as an alternative to endocardial stimulation.
The purposes of pacing include:
• Resuscitation from standstill or bradycardia of any etiology:
• As a standby when standstill or bradycardia might be expected:
• Suppression of tachycardia.
• Pediatric pacing.
Non-Invasive Blood Pressure Monitoring
The Propaq MD is intended for use to make non-invasive measurements of arterial pressure and
heart rate, and to alarm if either parameter is outside of the limits set by the user.
Measurements are made using an inflatable cuff on the patient's arm or leg. The patient
population will range from newborn (neonate) to adult.