M3860A and M3861A HEARTSTREAM FR2 Defibrillator 5-1
5 Clinical and Safety Considerations
Clinical Considerations
Indications
The HEARTSTREAM FR2 is indicated for use on victims of sudden cardiac
arrest exhibiting the following signs:
Unconsciousness
Absence of breathing
Absence of detectable pulse
The H
EARTSTREAM FR2 is intended for use by personnel who have been
trained in its operation. The user should be qualified by training in basic life
support, or advanced life support, or other physician-authorized emergency
medical response.
The H
EARTSTREAM FR2 is not intended for administration of energy at
pediatric energy settings. In accordance with the recommendations of the
American Heart Association, the H
EARTSTREAM FR2 should not be used to
treat infant cardiac arrest, but standard operating procedures should be
followed in treating children over eight years of age.
Contraindications
The HEARTSTREAM FR2 is contraindicated for use (should not be used) on
patients who show any of the following signs:
Consciousness
Presence of breathing
Presence of detectable pulse