Description:

LIFEPAK 12 couples rectilinear-biphasic defibrillation with a full suite of critical-care monitors in a 15 lb, ambulance-tough shell. Dedicated therapy keys let rescuers flip from AED to manual mode, dial any energy between 2 J and 360 J, or engage synchronous cardioversion—all while a large 5.5 in LCD or 6.5 in EL screen shows three simultaneous ECG traces and eight seconds of cascading rhythm. ADAPTIV™ biphasic technology automatically compensates for patient impedance to optimise current delivery, and the Smart-Step sequence can be factory-programmed (e.g., 200-300-360 J). External pacing supplies 0–140 mA at 30–180 ppm, and optional modules add Nellcor SpO₂, Microstream EtCO₂, NIBP, dual invasive pressures and GE 12SL® interpretation. Two hot-swap batteries or an AC/DC adapter power >120 shocks or four hours of monitoring; hour-by-hour self-tests log battery status, cable continuity and waveform accuracy for CODE-NET™ debriefs. At 12.5 × 15.3 × 8.5 in, the unit perches on a stretcher rail but is rugged enough for ICU transport, MRI exclusion zones aside.

Economic Advantage:

Because one LIFEPAK 12 covers defibrillation, pacing and multi-parameter trending, EMS systems replace three pieces of gear with a single platform—trimming capital costs by about 30 %. Built-in self-testing eliminates daily joule-dump checks and the associated electrode waste, saving roughly $300 per unit annually in supplies and technician time. Universal QUIK-COMBO® consumables fit newer LIFEPAK 15 and AEDS, so fleet managers stock a single cable and pad line, shrinking inventory and expiry loss.