User Manual

Monitoring
3-2 LIFEPAK 20e Defibrillator/Monitor Operating Instructions
MONITORING THE ECG
The following subsections describe:
• ECG Monitoring Warning
• Selecting ECG Lead and Size
• Adjusting the Systole Tone Volume
• Monitoring ECG with Paddles Accessories
• Monitoring with the Patient ECG Cable
• Troubleshooting Tips for ECG Monitoring
ECG Monitoring Warning
Selecting ECG Lead and Size
There are two methods for selecting or changing the ECG lead. Both methods are available on
your LIFEPAK 20e defibrillator/monitor. The leads available depend on the ECG cable (3-wire or
5-wire) connected to the device.
Note: If one or more lead sets are preconfigured, the menu displays the lead sets. Refer to
page 8-9 for information about configuring lead sets.
WARNING!
Possible misinterpretation of ECG data.
The frequency response of the monitor screen is intended only for basic ECG rhythm
identification; it does not provide the resolution required for diagnostic and ST segment
interpretation. For diagnostic or ST segment interpretation, or to enhance internal pacemaker
pulse visibility, attach the ECG cable. Then print the ECG rhythm in diagnostic frequency
response (DIAG).
To change the ECG lead using the LEAD
button:
1 Press the
LEAD button. If ECG lead
appears, the lead automatically
changes to paddles. If
PADDLES lead
appears, the lead automatically
changes to lead II.
2 When the Lead menu appears, press
the
LEAD button again or rotate the
Speed Dial to select another lead. The
highlighted selection shows the ECG
lead.
Note: When the VF/VT alarm is
on, you are limited to
PADDLES
lead or lead II in Channel 1. Refer
to "Setting Alarms," page 2-17.