Philips HeartStart MRx - Preparing for Defibrillation

6 Manual Defibrillation and Cardioversion Preparing for Defibrillation
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Preparing for Defibrillation
In preparation for defibrillation:
1 Connect the appropriate Therapy cable.
2 Apply the paddles or pads as described below.
Using Multifunction Electrode Pads
To prepare for defibrillation using multifunction electrode pads:
1 If not pre-connected, connect the pads cable to the HeartStart MRx by aligning the white pointer
on the pads cable connector with the white arrow on the green Therapy port. Then push until you
hear it click into place. See Figure 46.
Figure 46 Pads/Internal Paddles Cable Connection
2 Check the expiration date that appears on the pads package.
3 Inspect the packaging for any damage.
4 Connect the pads connector to the pads cable. See Figure 47.
Figure 47 Pads Connector
5 Apply the pads to the patient as directed on the pads packaging or according to your organization’s
protocol.