The therapeutic defibrillation dose is a defined set of electrical characteristics over a defined time, measured as energy in joules (J). This total output involves voltage (electromotive push), current (flow of electricity) and duration (delivery time). Each characteristic plays an important and different role in successful defibrillation.
Biphasic measurements testing at 90 ohms with the Physio-Control LIFEPAK 15 monitor/defibrillator, Zoll X-Series® monitor/defibrillator. Average human impedance range is approximately 70-80ohms.
Peer-reviewed, published clinical studies point to a strong association between higher conversion rates and higher biphasic defibrillation energy up to 360 joules. The Stryker full energy biphasic waveform has been evaluated in nearly twice as many cardiac arrest patients as all other device manufacturers combined.
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The University of Glasgow ECG analysis program used in LIFEPAK 15
monitor/defibrillators has been used around the world for over 30 years.
Capnography provides an objective tool for assessing respiratory status and can guide confirming, monitoring and documenting ET tube placement.
High-quality and consistent CPR – from bystanders to professional first responders through the hospital – is a major link in the chain of survival.
Sources
1Independent survey of 200 U.S. hospitals. Calo Research Services. September 2015.
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