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HEARTSTART FRx DEFIBRILLATOR
O W NE R’S MA N U A L
861304
Edition 8
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HeartStart FRx Defibrillator QUICK REFERENCE Philips Medical Systems
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HeartStart FRx 861304 Automated External Defibrillator OWNER’S MA NUAL Edition 8 IMPORTANT NOTE: It is important to understand that survival rates for sudden cardiac arrest are directly related to how soon victims are defibrillated. For every minute of delay, the chance of survival declines by 7% to 10%. Defibrillation cannot assure survival, no matter how rapid the treatment. In some patients, the underlying problem causing the cardiac arrest is simply not survivable despite any available c
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Philips Medical Systems About This Edition Authorized EU Representative The information in this guide applies to the Philips Medizin Systeme Boeblingen GmbH HeartStart FRx Defibrillator 861304. This Hewlett-Packard Strasse 2 information is subject to change. Please 71034 Boeblingen, Germany contact Philips at www.medical.philips.com/ (+49) 7031 463-2254 heartstart or your local distributor for information on revisions. CAUTION FEDERAL LAW (USA) RESTRICTS THIS DEVICE TO SALE Edition History BY
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CONTENTS 1 Introduction to the HeartStart FRx Description ........................................................................................................... 1 Sudden Cardiac Arrest ....................................................................................... 1 Indications for Use .............................................................................................. 2 Training and practice .................................................................................
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Philips Medical Systems ii APPENDICES A Accessories ..................................................................................................................... 21 B Glossary of terms ........................................................................................................ 23 C glossary of symbols/controls ................................................................................. 27 D Warnings and Precautions .......................................................
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1 Introduction to the HeartStart FRx Description The Philips HeartStart FRx Defibrillator 861304 (“FRx”) is an automated external defibrillator (AED). Small, lightweight, rugged, and battery powered, it is designed for simple and reliable operation by minimally trained users. The FRx is highly configurable for local * protocol considerations. Sudden Cardiac Arrest The FRx is used to treat ventricular fibrillation (VF), the most common cause of sudden cardiac arrest (SCA). SCA is a conditio
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Philips Medical Systems 2 Indications for Use The FRx should be used to treat someone you think may be a victim of SCA. A person in SCA: � does not respond when shaken, and � is not breathing normally. If in doubt, apply the pads. Follow the voice instructions for each step in using the defibrillator. Training and practice The FRx is intended to be used under the oversight of a physician as part of a well-designed emergency response plan. Any emergency response plan should provide for traini
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3 For more information Contact your local Philips distributor for additional information about the FRx. We will be happy to answer any questions you may have and to provide you with copies of the clinical summaries of * several key studies using Philips automated external defibrillators. You can also find the clinical summaries online at www.medical.philips.com/heartstart. Technical information about all Philips HeartStart automated external defibrillators is also available online, in the
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Philips Medical Systems 4 IMPORTANT NOTE: The FRx is designed to be used with a carry case. A number of carry cases are offered to meet the needs of your individual defibrillation program. These include a standard carry case and a hard-shell carry case. See Appendix A for information about these as well as a list of training materials and other accessories available from Philips. Setting up the FRx Setting up the FRx is simple and quick. * 1. Open the SMART Pads II package and take out the
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5 instructed. When the self-test is over, the FRx will report the results, then turn off and go to standby mode. The blinking green * Ready light shows the defibrillator is ready for use. 4. Place the Quick Reference Guide, a brief illustrated guide for using the FRx to treat a victim of sudden cardiac arrest, in the † defibrillator carry case. NOTE: Do not store anything in the defibrillator carry case that it is not designed to accommodate. Store all objects in their intended location in
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Philips Medical Systems 6 Recommended accessories It is always a good idea to have a spare battery and a spare pads set. Other things that are useful to keep with the FRx include: � scissors — for cutting the victim’s clothes if needed � disposable gloves — to protect the user � a disposable razor — to shave the chest if hair prevents good pads contact � a pocket mask or face shield — to protect the user � a towel or absorbent wipes — to dry the victim's skin for good pads contact Philips has
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7 3 Using the HeartStart FRx IMPORTANT NOTE: Be sure to read the Reminders section at the end of this chapter as well as the warnings and precautions in Appendix D. Overview If you think someone is in SCA, act quickly and calmly. If someone else is available, ask him or her to call for emergency medical assistance while you get the FRx. If you are alone, follow these steps: � Call your emergency services provider. � Quickly get the FRx and bring it to the victim’s side. If there is any dela
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Philips Medical Systems 8 STEP 1: Press the green on/off button Press the On/Off button to turn on the FRx. The FRx tells you to remove all clothes from the person’s chest. If necessary, rip or cut off the clothing to bare the person’s Press green On/Off button. chest. STEP 2: Follow the FRx’s voice instructions Remove the SMART Pads II case from the carry case. Clean and dry the patient's skin, and, if necessary, clip or shave excessive chest hair to ensure good pads contact with the bar
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9 Where to place pads on infants or Where to place pads on adults and children over children under 55 pounds or 55 pounds or 8 years old (anterior-anterior). 8 years old (anterior-posterior). STEP 3: Press the flashing orange Shock button if instructed As soon as the HeartStart FRx detects that the pads are attached to the patient, the pads icons turn off. The FRx begins analyzing the patient's heart rhythm. It tells you Caution that no one should be touching the patient, and the light C
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Philips Medical Systems 10 If a shock is not needed: The blue i-button comes on solid, to show that it is safe to touch the patient. The FRx also tells you to perform CPR if needed. (If CPR is not needed – for example, if the patient is moving or regaining consciousness – follow your local protocol until emergency medical personnel arrive.) Then the FRx invites you to press the flashing blue i-button flashes. i-button for CPR Coaching if desired. For CPR Coaching: Press the flashing blue i-
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11 If the victim is under 55 pounds or 8 years old, and you have an Infant/Child Key: � Insert the Infant/Child Key into the slot at the top center of the front panel of the FRx (see illustration at left). The pink portion of the Key pivots (1) and fits into the slot (2), with the front of the Key lying flat on the surface of the FRx so the infant/child pads placement diagram is visible. (The back of the Infant/Child Key also has a diagram showing how to insert it.) � Turn on the FRx and
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Philips Medical Systems 12 If the victim is under 55 pounds or 8 years old, but you do NOT have an Infant/Child Key: � DO NOT DELAY TREATMENT. � Turn on the FRx and follow instructions to remove all clothing from the torso, to bare both the chest and the back. � Place the one pad in the center of the chest between the nipples, and the other in the center of the back (anterior-posterior). If the victim is over 55 pounds or 8 years old, or if you are not sure of the exact weight or age: � DO
