Pre-Surgical Check; Internal Defibrillation Procedure - Physio Control 11131-000040 Instrucciones De Uso

Pre-Surgical Check

Using sterile technique, perform the following steps before surgery to ensure the internal
defibrillation paddles are ready for use. If any damage or malfunction is found, remove the
internal paddles from use immediately.
Note: This table may be reproduced.
Step 1 Make internal paddles available for use within the sterile field.
• Verify sterile packaging is dry and intact before opening.
Inspect the following areas for deterioration or defects.
Step 2
• Handles—splitting at the seams
• Connector—corroded, bent, or damaged pins
• Cable junctions—exposed wires, gaps, or loose connections
• Cables—cracks or exposed wires
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SHOCK
• Electrodes—pitted, chipped, or scratched surfaces; cracks in the plastic coating
Step 3 With paddles disconnected, press the
and verify you can feel or hear the button click.
Connect internal paddles to a compatible defibrillator. Turn the defibrillator on and
Step 4
verify energy of 50 joules or less appears on the screen.
button—cracked or torn cover
Examples of Paddle Damage
Sterilizable Internal Defibrillation Paddles Instructions for Use
SHOCK button located on the right handle
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