Philips Adult SMART Pads Cartridge Model M5071A

The Philips Adult HeartStart Onsite pads have a two year shelf life and when they have expired you must immediately purchase new pads.   If you own a defibrillator you should regularly check our device to verify that it’s functioning properly and the pads are within their expiration date.  If the pads have expired, or are near expiration replace them immediately.  If you should need to reorder pads just ask for model M5071A pads and your authorized Philips retailer will be able to assist you and get you the pads that will work with your AED.

Congratulations on owning the Philips HeartStart Onsite defibrillator; one of the most advanced portable defibrillator on the market today.  The Philips Onsite works best when paired with the HeartStart Adult SMART Pads.  The pads are very easy to use but during an emergency situation the care giver can often forget their training or become frantic.  If you remember the easy steps in this article you will be able to install the pads and deliver a shock if necessary.

The pads are located on the front of the defibrillator.  To access the pads there is a PULL handle at the top.  Pulling the pad from the Onsite will automatically turn the defibrillator on and set it into motion.  The care giver will being receiving audible instructions by first letting you know the pads have been properly placed on the patient and the device is receiving data.

The information contained in these topics is not intended nor implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, it is provided for educational purposes only.  You assume full responsibility for how you choose to use this information. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. Talk with your healthcare provider about any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.  Nothing contained in these topics is intended to be used for medical diagnosis or treatment.

Early Symptoms of Heart Disease

Heart disease leads to over 800K deaths in America each year.  There are many different causes that lead to this life shortening disease.  Studies performed by the CDC have shown that certain genetic factors contribute to heart disease.  For example, Black males have been shown to have a much higher percentage of fatalities than in Whites, Mexicans, or Asians.  Considering that we are all at risk there are some factors that should be considered and if you're someone who has these symptoms it's important that you be proactive and see a doctor.

First, chronic high blood pressure is often a first sign of heart disease. The presence of hypertension is subtle and not always discovered without the assistance of a trained medical doctor.

Secondly, if you have an irregular metabolism it can contribute to heart disease.  Sudden weight loss or gain can be easily identified symptoms of an out of balance metabolism.  Most people would be pleased if they lose weight quickly, but not dieting or expecting to lose the weight can be dangerous or a sign of a much more significantly critical concern.

Another concern or symptom of heart disease is a blood pumping irregularity or constriction.  This condition is nearly impossible to detect without advanced medical care.  However, shortness of breath, continuous fatigue, or dizziness can be early warning signs of your heart not pumping properly.  When the heart is not pumping properly it can't deliver oxygen to the cells in your body and as a result your system begins to shut down.

These are just a few basic symptoms of this disease.  If you have any of these symptoms it's critical that you see a doctor immediately to avoid a sudden collapse.  If you or someone you know has any of these conditions it's critical that they own a Philips HeartStart AED to be ready for an emergency.  These life saving devices can resuscitate the heart so blood begins pumping normally again.