iRhythm ZIO XT PATCH User Manual

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 PLAN & POSITION
Enroll the patient.
• Online: www.zioreports.com
• Phone: 1-888-693-2401
Write in Name, Physician, Start Date & Time on cover of Patient
Instructions & Button Press Log.
Determine position:
• Patient should stand with arms relaxed at side.
• Skin should be free of perspiration.
• Determine placement area without removing backing.
• Place on flattest part of upper left chest:
— 1 finger width below collarbone, centered over left
pectoral muscle
— Edge of the ZIO® XT Patch next to sternum
— Angle so arrow on top label points upward
— Avoid armpit and breast tissue
 PREP SKIN
Prepare a large area:
 SHAVE area if hair is present.
  skin, applying pressure for 40 broad strokes—
10 times in the direction of each arrow in 2a & 2b
(important for adhesion and ECG signal quality).
  skin thoroughly with both alcohol pads. Let dry for
1 minute.
 
• Hold device in the center and remove clear backings.
Keep top label on. Do not touch adhesive.
• Place ZIO® XT Patch in the recommended position.
• Press firmly across the entire device for 2 minutes (see
image 3).
 
• Peel o the 2 parts of the top label (see image 4a).
• Press firmly across the entire device for 2 minutes, working
adhesive into the skin. Emphasize pressing on the dotted
areas shown in figure 4b.
• Firmly press the ‘ZIO’ button and release (see image
4c). The green light will flash 5 times indicating that the
monitoring has started.
• Help patient get familiar with the location of the button.
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iRhythm ZIO XT PATCH Specifications

General

Monitoring Duration	Up to 14 days
Battery Life	14 days
Wear Time	Up to 14 days
Data Recording	Continuous ECG recording
FDA Cleared	Yes
Single-Use	Yes
Electrode Type	Integrated hydrogel electrodes
Patient Population	Adults
Type	Ambulatory ECG
Water Resistance	Showerproof
Dimensions	Approximately 2.5 x 5 inches
Usage	Ambulatory cardiac monitoring
Data Storage	Internal storage within the patch for the duration of wear
Connectivity	Wireless (cellular)

Summary

Plan and Position ZIO XT Patch

Determine Patient Position

Guidance on patient posture, skin condition, and optimal chest placement for the ZIO XT Patch.

Prepare Skin for ZIO XT Patch

Skin Preparation Steps

Instructions for shaving, abrading, and cleaning the skin to ensure proper adhesion and signal quality.

Apply ZIO XT Patch

Apply Patch to Skin

Steps for holding, placing, and applying pressure to the ZIO XT Patch for proper adhesion.

Finish and Activate ZIO XT Patch

Activate Patch and Complete Setup

Instructions for removing labels, final pressure application, and activating the ZIO XT Patch.

Patient Instructions and Log Usage

Prescribed Wear Duration

Guidance on the actual wear time of the ZIO XT Patch, which may vary from prescribed duration.

Symptom Logging Procedure

Instructions for patients on pressing the ZIO button and recording symptoms in the log.

Patch Return Process

Details on how to return the used ZIO XT Patch and the associated documentation.

Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to common questions regarding wear time, showering, activities, and patch functionality.

Warnings and Precautions

Important safety information, contraindications, and cautions for using the ZIO XT Patch.