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Pediatric-Pak User Instructions
Pediatric-Pak Indications for use
The HeartSine samaritan Pediatric-Pak (Pad-Pak-02) is indicated for use on victims of cardiac arrest who are
exhibiting the following signs:
} Unconscious
} Not breathing
} Without circulation
The Pediatric-Pak is indicated for use on children between 1 and 8 years of age or up to 55 lbs (25 kg) when used
with the samaritan PAD.
Contraindications for use
If the patient is responsive or conscious, do not use the Pediatric-Pak to provide treatment.
Intended users
The Pediatric-Pak, in conjunction with the samaritan PAD, is intended for use by personnel who have been
trained in its operation. Users should have received training in basic life support / AED, advanced life support
or a physician-authorized emergency medical response training program.
WARNINGS
Only samaritan PADs with the label
are suitable for use with the Pediatric-Pak. If the samaritan PAD
you are using does not have this label, use the Adult Pad-Pak if no alternatives are available.
The use of the Pediatric-Pak will enable delivery of 50 J shocks to the pediatric patient.
Not for use on patients under 1 year old. For use with children up to the age of 8 years or up to
55 lbs (25 kg). DO NOT DELAY THERAPY IF YOU ARE NOT SURE OF EXACT AGE OR WEIGHT.
Proper placement of the samaritan PAD pads is critical. Strict observance of pad positioning instructions,
as indicated on the labeling and in training, is essential. Care must be taken to ensure pads adhere to the
patients' skin properly. Air pockets between the adhesive pad and skin must be eliminated. Failure in pad
adhesion may hinder effectiveness of therapy or cause excessive skin burns to the patient if a therapeutic
shock is applied. Reddening of the skin may appear after use, this is normal.
The samaritan Pediatric-Pak is a single use item and must be replaced after the Pediatric Electrode pouch
seal has been broken, passed the expiration date or has been compromised in any way. If damage is
suspected the Pediatric-Pak must be replaced immediately.
This device is intended for use by personnel who have been trained in its operation. Users should have
received training in basic life support and use of AEDs, advanced life support, or a physician-authorized
emergency medical response training program.
Your Pediatric-Pak contains a magnetic component (surface strength 6500 gauss). Avoid storage next
to magnetically-sensitive storage media. It is advised that Pediatric-Paks are stored separately when
not in use.
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General Information You Should Know About the Pediatric-Pak:
} Refer to the samaritan PAD User Manual for comprehensive information on how to operate the defibrillator.
NOTE: The Pediatric-Pak gives the capability to use the samaritan PAD (Model SAM 350P, SAM 360P and
SAM 450P) on children.
} The Pediatric-Pak should remain in the protective plastic pouch until use.
} The Pediatric-Pak electrodes are sealed in a protective foil and should only be opened during use.
} Each Pediatric-Pak combines a battery and set of electrodes in a single cartridge. It is recommended that
the samaritan PAD be stored with a Pad-Pak containing Adult electrodes installed and the Pediatric-Pak
be stored in the carry case or nearby.
} The Pediatric-Pak has a shelf life. Replace the Pediatric-Pak if used or if the "Use by" date has passed.
} CPR for children and infants follows slightly different protocols than adults. It is important to obtain
training in Infant/Child CPR to be prepared in an emergency.
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