Having a spare set of defibrillator electrodes could mean all the difference when it comes to saving the life of someone who has suffered a cardiac arrest.
Although well protected prior to use, electrodes are vulnerable to the elements once removed from their foil packet, meaning that there is pressure for everything to go right first time. With a back up set of Physio Control Redipak Quick Combo Electrodes to hand, that pressure is removed.
After you have removed the electrodes from their protective foil packaging, there are instructional images on the pads to help the first responder to place the electrodes correctly on the patient.
Once placed, the pads will begin to analyse the heart of the patient and send the information to the defibrillator to determine if treatment from the unit is the best course of action for the patient.
If treatment is advised, the defibrillator will either deliver the shock itself (fully automatic models) or will advise the first responder to provide the treatment by pushing the shock button (semi automatic models).
Suitable for adults and young patients over 8 years old or over 55lbs, the Physio-Control edge system electrodes are designed for use in conjunction with the Lifepak 1000 defibrillators. The adult electrode pads are supplied as a pair in a sealed pack and use skin-friendly hydrogel for maximum adhesion to the skin during defibrillator use.