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Step 2 - Follow the Screen and Voice Prompts
Once an ECG is detected through the multifunction electrode pads, the HeartStart MRx
automatically analyzes the patient’s heart rhythm and warns you not to touch the patient (Figure
42).
Figure 42 ECG Analysis Screen in AED Mode
WARNING Handling or transporting the patient during ECG rhythm analysis can cause an incorrect or delayed
diagnosis. Under these circumstances, if the HeartStart MRx issues a "Shock Advised" prompt, keep
the patient as still as possible for at least 10 seconds so the HeartStart MRx can reconfirm the rhythm
analysis before you deliver a shock.
If artifact interferes with analysis, the message "Analyzing Interrupted, Do Not Touch the Patient" is
annunciated while the HeartStart MRx attempts to continue analyzing. If the artifact persists, the
message "Cannot Analyze" is annunciated and the message Paused. Attend To Patient is displayed. While
paused, analysis is suspended. Check that the pads are making proper contact with the patient’s skin
and minimize movement. Analysis resumes automatically after 30 seconds or when you press
[Resume Analyzing].
Always use the analyze function to determine if a rhythm is shockable.
Adjusting Voice Prompt Volume
You may adjust the volume of the voice prompts at any time by accessing the Voice Volume menu.
Press the Menu Select button.
Select the desired volume level and press the Menu Select button.
NOTE In loud environments, you can use the display prompts in lieu of voice prompts.
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