2 Safety
2.2 Intended areas of application
2.3 Possible side effects/complications
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MEDUCORE Standard
Contra-indications
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Defibrillation may not be carried out on patients with a body
temperature < 27 °C.
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Defibrillation may not be carried out on patients suffering
ventricular tachycardia with a pulse.
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Cardioversion may not be carried out on patients who have
overdosed on digitalis.
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Mobile use in emergency medicine or primary care in
emergency response
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Transport between hospital rooms and departments
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Transport between hospitals and other premises by
ambulance, aircraft, helicopter or ship
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Electrostimulation may cause burns, skin irritation and
arrhythmias.
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Electrostimulation may damage implanted medical devices or
those connected to the patient externally.
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