Philips Efficia DFM100 - Preparing to Monitor ECG; Skin Preparation; Monitoring ECG with Pads

4: ECG Monitoring Preparing to Monitor ECG
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Preparing to Monitor ECG
You can monitor ECG through multifunction electrode pads or ECG electrodes and do a quick look
with external paddles.
NOTE: If monitoring for an extended period of time, monitoring electrodes and multifunction electrode
pads may need to be changed periodically. Refer to the manufacturer’s documentation for how often
to replace the monitoring electrodes or pads.
Skin Preparation
Skin is a poor conductor of electricity so proper skin preparation is important to achieving good
electrode/pad-to-skin contact.
 To prepare the skin:
1 Identify the appropriate locations:
For pads – see the pads package.
For electrodes – see “Electrode Placement” on page 49.
2 If necessary, clip hair at the site or shave if needed.
3 Clean and abrade skin at the site.
4 Dry the site briskly to increase capillary blood flow in the tissues and to remove oil and skin
cells.
Monitoring ECG with Pads
 To monitor ECG through multifunction electrode pads:
1 If not preconnected, connect the Therapy cable to the Efficia DFM100 as described in
“Connecting the Therapy Cable” on page 7.
2 Connect the pads to the Therapy cable as described in “Connecting Multifunction Electrode
Pads.” on page 8.
3 Prepare the skin as directed above.
4 Apply the pads to the patient as described on the pads package.