The ZOLL AED PLUS graphical user interface is visible on the top of the unit when the cover is removed. The pictograms are reminders of the steps to follow when performing a rescue and reinforce instructions provided through voice prompts and optional display messages.

Each pictogram on the device is associated with an indicator light (LED) and voice prompts. This combination draws attention to the graphics in a sequence defined by current protocols for use of an AED by the American Heart Association and the European Resuscitation Council.

The ZOLL AED PLUS unit contains an LCD display that displays elapsed time, number of shocks delivered, test messages corresponding to the voice prompts, and depth of CPR compressions. The LCD can also be configured to display the acquired ECG signals.

Step-by-Step Instructions:

Step 1

Follow the steps below...

Step 2

Open the lid on the AED and start following the visual and voice prompts.

Step 3

Check the responsiveness of the patient by shouting, Are You Okay?

Step 4

Call or send someone for help.

Step 5

Lift the chin of the patient and tilt the head back. Open the airway of the patient and check for breathing.

Step 6

Check the circulation of the patient. If signs of circulation are absent, then defibrillation is necessary.

Step 7

Press the electrodes firmly in place on the patient.

Step 8

Stay clear of the patient and advise anyone nearby to do the same.

Step 9

If the audio prompt indicates that defibrillation is advised, press the treatment button to deliver a shock.*

Step 10

If there is still no circulation, administer compression to the patient.

Step 11

If additional defibrillation is not needed, then adminster CPR until emergency medical personnel arrive.

*Step 8 Repeat this and the previous step until the unit no longer prompts you to deliver a shock.

When the AED-Plus is turned on, the unit automatically initiates the sequence of voice prompts and graphic illuminations for a rescue event. The sequence continues until the device is turned off or the electrodes are attached to the patient and impedance of the connection is verified, the unit stops cycling through the above-mentioned voice and graphic illuminations sequence and automatically begins analysis of the ECG rhythm.

Following the results of this ECG analysis, voice prompts tell the rescuer whether a shockable or non-shockable rhythm has been detected. If a shockable ECG rhythm is present, the graphics illuminate and voice prompts guide the rescuer through the defibrillation sequence. When no shock is advised, the ZOLL AED PLUS issues the following series of audio prompts: NO TREATMENT ADVISED. OPEN AIRWAY. CHECK BREATHING. CHECK CIRCULATION. IF NO CIRCULATION - START CPR and illuminates the CPR related graphics. A period of 1 to 3 minutes (depending upon device configuration) is then allowed for rescuer CPR. Following this "CPR period", the ZOLL AED PLUS automatically re-initiates additional ECG rhythm analyses.

In the continuing presence of a shockable ECG rhythm, the ZOLL AED PLUS is designed to perform up to three ECG analyses and stacked shocks before it prompts the rescuer to initiate CPR. Shocks are delivered by depressing the Treatment Button (indicated by the heart icon and associated LED) located in the center of the graphical user interface.

See more on Using the CPR Function and Measuring CPR Chest Compression.