Performing Synchronized Cardioversion
Performing Cardioversion
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1 Select Lead I or Lead II on the CodeMaster XL+.
2 Plug the input end of the cable from the monitoring equipment into the ECG
input plug on the CodeMaster XL+.
Using Pads for Cardioversion
Synchronized cardioversion can be performed with external pads. PADS can be
selected as the ECG source for cardioversion because they are a reliable contact for
monitoring. To perform synchronized cardioversion with pads, perform the
following steps.
1 Attach the pads adaptor cable (M1750A/B) to the defibrillator.
2 Attach pads to patient as instructed on the package.
3 Connect pads to the pads adaptor cable.
If the PADS OFF monitor message is displayed, check all patient connections.
4 Select pads as the ECG source by pressing .
5 Set Energy Select control to desired energy.
6 Perform the procedure described inPerforming Cardioversion on page 4-1.
Performing Synchronized Cardioversion
To start cardioversion, perform the following steps.
1 Turn the Energy Select control to Monitor On.
2 Select the desired ECG lead by pressing .
3 Press once to place the instrument in Sync mode. The message SYNC
will appear on the display.
If the paddles are selected as the ECG source, the message USE LEADS will appear
on the display. Although the instrument will allow synchronized shock in paddles
NOTE
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