Optimal size of self-adhesive preapplied electrode pads in pediatric defibrillation

We conclude that to minimize TTI, preapplied self-adhesive electrode pads should be at least 5.8 cm in diameter when used for pediatric patients. The 5.8 cm pad was easily applied to infants. Older children could easily accommodate the 7 cm pad. Therefore, we recommend a pad diameter of 5.8 cm for i...

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Published in:The American journal of cardiology 1995-03, Vol.75 (7), p.544-545
Main Authors: Samson, Ricardo A., Atkins, Dianne L., Kerber, Richard E.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Adhesives
Anesthesia. Intensive care medicine. Transfusions. Cell therapy and gene therapy
Biological and medical sciences
Cardiovascular disease
Child
Child, Preschool
Children
Defibrillators
Electric Countershock - instrumentation
Electric Impedance
Electrodes
Emergency and intensive cardiocirculatory care. Cardiogenic shock. Coronary intensive care
Humans
Infant
Infant, Newborn
Infants
Intensive care medicine
Medical research
Medical sciences
Medical supplies
Pediatrics
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Summary:We conclude that to minimize TTI, preapplied self-adhesive electrode pads should be at least 5.8 cm in diameter when used for pediatric patients. The 5.8 cm pad was easily applied to infants. Older children could easily accommodate the 7 cm pad. Therefore, we recommend a pad diameter of 5.8 cm for infants < 1 year, and a pad diameter of 7 cm for older children.
ISSN:0002-9149
1879-1913
DOI:10.1016/S0002-9149(99)80606-7