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What is the maximum age for using the LP1000 defibrillator in paediatric cases?
What is required if the LP1000 is not available for children under 8 years old?
Which of the following is NOT a correct pad placement technique for the LP15?
What energy setting should be dialed down to for children under 8 when using the LP15?
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What additional equipment should be available along with the LP1000?
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Which statement is correct regarding glucose and temperature checks in paediatric patients?
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What should be done if unsure of how to dial down the energy setting on the LP15 for a child under 8?
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Which pads cannot be used with the LP15?
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Study Notes
Paediatric Defibrillation
- Use LP1000 AED with paediatric pads for children up to 8 years old
- If no LP1000 available, use the LP15 with adult pads for children up to 8 years old
- For children under 8 years old, use the LP15 in manual mode and dial down the energy to 4J per kg.
- For children under 8 years old, if unsure about energy setting, defibrillate without dialing down the energy.
- For children 8 years old and over, defibrillate without dialing down the energy.
- Use the LP15 with the adult pads in either the anterior-lateral or anterior/posterior position.
- Check blood glucose level (BM) and temperature.
- Correct low blood glucose and aim to keep the patient normothermic (36 to 37.5 degrees C).
- Paediatric pads will not fit the LP15 units
Pediatric Defibrillation - Under 18
- Use LP1000 for all children under 18
- Use LP15 for metronome (15:2) and ETCO2
- LP1000 is NOT available for children under 8 - use LP15 with Adult pads.
Paediatric Pad Placement
- Anterior posterior.
- Anterior lateral.
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This quiz covers essential guidelines for performing pediatric defibrillation. Focus areas include the appropriate use of LP1000 and LP15 devices, energy settings for children under and over 8 years, and other critical parameters for successful defibrillation in pediatric patients. Ensure you understand the correct procedures to enhance patient safety and outcomes.
