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ZOLL AED PLUS Administrator’s Guide
Applying CPR-D
padz
Prepare the patient before attaching the electrodes.
WARNING! CPR-D padz are intended for use on adult patients only; do not use on patients
under 8 years of age.
To prepare the patient:
1. Remove all clothing covering the patient’s chest.
2. Ensure the patient’s chest is dry.
3. If the patient has excessive chest hair, clip or shave the hair to help ensure proper adhesion of the
electrodes.
To apply the electrodes:
1. Tear open the electrode package and unfold the electrodes. Place the electrodes on the patient
according to the graphics on the package (see Figure 5).
2. Hold the CPR sensor and place the sensor between the nipples and on the middle of the patient’s
breastbone, using the sensor’s cross hairs to guide you.
3. Press the CPR sensor with your right hand and pull the number 2 tab to peel the protective backing
from the electrode. Press the electrode from the center out to make sure it adheres properly to the
patient’s skin.
4. Press the CPR sensor with your left hand and pull the number 3 tab to peel the protective backing
from the electrode. Press the electrode from the center out to make sure it adheres properly to the
patient’s skin.
NOTE If the patient is large or there is a need to place the electrode under a breast, you may need to tear away the
lower pad at the perforated line (see Figure 5) and extend the pad. Place the pad slightly to the patient’s left
and below the patient’s left breast.
NOTE If the patient has an implanted pacemaker or defibrillator in the upper right chest, angle the electrodes
slightly to avoid placing the electrodes over either device. Make certain that the CPR sensor maintains a
position over the lower half of the breastbone.
Figure 5: Placement of CPR-D padz
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