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Defibrillation
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User Guide
Applying the adhesive electrodes
4.2
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rt.
no.
: 0-4
8-02
40 Rev. c
FRED PA-1
4.2.3
Applying the electrodes to the patient’s chest
Skin covered in sea water, sand, sunscreen, or skin or body care products may
impair electrode contact or cause the electrodes to become disconnected.
Adult and paediatric electrodes
Adult electrodes
The adult electrodes with the blue connector are used for adults and children weigh-
ing 25 kg or more.
Paediatric electrodes
The paediatric electrodes with the yellow connector are used for children weighing
less than 25 kg (younger than 8 years of age). The device automatically distinguishes
between adult electrodes and paediatric electrodes.The energy setting is automati-
cally reduced when paediatric electrodes are connected.
Adults and children weighing 25 kg or more
Fig. 4.3
Adult electrode application sites
Fig. 4.4
Electrode application sites for
children weighing 25 kg or more
Electrode placement is the same for adults and for children weighing 25 kg or more
(see
Fig. 4.4 Electrode application sites for children weighing 25 kg or more
). Before
applying the adhesive electrodes, verify that the application sites on the patient’s
chest are clean and dry.
4. Carefully shave the application sites if the patient’s chest is hairy.
5. Apply the electrode as shown at the right sternal edge at the level of the 2
nd
inter-
costal space. Do
not
apply the electrode on top of the clavicle (uneven surface).
6. Apply the electrode as shown in the picture on the left axillary line at the level of
the 5
th
intercostal space.
The electrodes must have good contact with the patient’s skin. Air bubbles under the
electrodes must be avoided. To avoid air bubbles, place one edge of the adhesive
electrode on the patient's chest, then gradually smooth it out toward the other edge to
remove any air.
7. Place the electrodes on the patient's chest so that the connections point to either
side of the patient in order not to hinder CPR.
