The device can connect wirelessly to the lifenet system for setup options, postevent report generation and asset management. Lucas is a chest compression device that provides automatic chest compression and decompression cpr according to the principle of pneumatic. The lucas device is an easytouse mechanical chest compression device that helps lifesaving teams around the world deliver highquality, guidelinesconsistent chest compressions to sudden cardiac arrest patients. This service manual covers the lucas 2 chest compression system, also known as lucas in this manual. Automated chest compression devices accds good chest compressions remain an integral part of the resuscitation of a pulseless patient, but challenges frequently interrupt or. Many large patients carry their weight through their midsection. Lucas chest compression system the lucas chest compression system is designed to perform external chest compressions on adult patients. The lucas chest compression system can be used in a wide variety of situations and settings. It is a safe and efficient tool that standardizes chest compressions in accordance with the latest scientific guidelines. This procedure describes the appropriate methods to apply, operate, and discontinue the lucas device in patients 12 years of age requiring mechanical chest compression related to cardiac arrest. The latest version provides new capabilities for tailored device functionality, wireless reporting and device status notifications sent over email. The lucas may be used in patients 12 years of age and older who have suffered cardiac arrest, where manual cpr would otherwise be used. Routine management of presumed medical cardiac arrest is defined by the oemems standards of care manual or through online medical control. Autopulse resuscitation system for ems zoll medical.
Aug 18, 2016 what marine recruits go through in boot camp earning the title making marines on parris island duration. Potential chest compression injury mechanism from mechanical cpr systems. To continue providing top notch care to our region, richland fire and emergency services recently demoed the lucas 2 chest compression system. Now electrically powered, the lifesaving medical device offers the most compact, lightweight and portable solution to maintain circulation in cardiac arrest patients. Lucas 3 chest compression system service manual 3328798002, 2017 physiocontrol, inc. Jul 27, 2012 the lucas chest compression system is designed to deliver uninterrupted compressions at a consistent rate and depth to facilitate rosc return of spontaneous circulation. Lucas 3 chest compression system instructor guidebook. Lund university cardiopulmonary assist system, jolife, sweden, fig. Limit interruptions in chest compressions to 10 seconds or less. Patient is too small the lucas device will alarm with three. The lucas chest compression system is designed to deliver uninterrupted compressions at a consistent rate and depth to facilitate rosc. The battery can be charged during operation by an external power supply, connected to a wall outlet, or with a car. From early 2010, this was replaced by the lucas 2 chest compression system which is powered electrically. Lucas chest compression device demo and facts sheet.
Highquality chest compression and early defibrillation are particularly essential for survival outcome after outofhospital cardiac arrest ohca. Mechanical chest compression with lucas device does not impr. Chest compressions were initiated by bystanders until the ambulance arrived. When lucas is properly applied, it rests over the upper chest or sternum, with enough room for the compressor to give compressions according to guidelines. Indications adult patients with medical cardiac arrest. Manual chest compressions should be initiated immediately while the lucas device is being placed on the patient.
With highquality chest compressions and fewer interruptions than manual cpr, lucas is your partner that will administer guidelinesconsistent, highquality compressions until the job is done. It delivers automated compressions from first response in the field to ambulance transport and throughout the hospital. John smith partner hogan lovells us llp 555 thirteenth. By improving the point pressing and the pressing head and adopting the suction disc press head, the chest can be pulled up while pressing it at the same time. P lucas chest compression system is designed to deliver uninterrupted compressions at a consistent rate and depth to facilitate rosc. Unexpected collateral impact after out of hospital. What is the role of chest compression depth during outofhosptial cardiac arrest resuscitation. I sustain highquality compressions wherever cpr is provided at the scene, during patient movement, in the ambulance or helicopter during. Although other cpr devices provide consistent compression depth and rate, the lucas device, because of its integrated suction cup, is the only automated device that assists the decompression phase by drawing up on the chest and returning it to neutral. Lucas is driven by a rechargeable lithium ion polymer lipo battery. Lucas chest compression system the lucas chest compression system is a portable tool designed to overcome problems identified with manual chest compressions. Recent guidelines for resuscitation underline the importance of quality chest compressions and of minimising the time with no chest compressions during cardiopulmonary resuscitation cpr. Easy to use and batteryoperated, autopulse squeezes the patients entire chest to improve blood flow to the heart and brain.
Instructions for use of lucas 2 chest compression system. Oct 28, 2017 chest compression systems vendors and products. The lucas device lucas 2, jolife, lund, sweden is a mechanical chest compression decompression system which enabled automated and continuous closed chest compression, without unduly limiting other invasive procedures such as pci 4,5,6,7,8,9. If disruption or malfunction of the lucas device occurs, immediately revert to manual cpr. While there are many mechanical cpr devices on the market today, there can only be one first.
The main parts of the lucas chest compression system include. The lucas 3 chest compression system has improved features to facilitate maintenance and handling and allows for new insights through easy, wireless access to device data. Lucas chest compression system offers a new cpr experience. It also frees up the rescuers from chest compressions, allowing them to attend to other critical issues.
The device allows you and your team to work more efficiently without having to compromise on your own safety. The lucas chest compression system is designed to deliver uninterrupted chest compressions at a consistent rate and depth. The lucas chest compression system helps emergency care teams around the world do what they do best save lives. The study protocol for the linc lucas in cardiac arrest. In short, the lucas 3 enables medical professionals to best save lives of sudden cardiac arrest and avoid neurological damage during an event by supplying a steady supply of oxygen to both the heart and the brain. Lucas 2 chest compression system in the cath lab now, with a new carbon fiber back plate, visualizing coronary arteries during ongoing compressions is even easier. Refer to the lucas 3 device instructions for use for complete information. The following include some of the better known and most popular compression systems products. Relationship between chest compression rates and outcomes from cardiac arrest. Complications of mechanical chest compression devices.
The lucas cath lab back plate is made out of carbon fiber which is lightweight, very strong, and fully radiotranslucent. Physiocontrol launches newest version of lucas chest. Initially, from january 2008 to early 2010, it was the lucas 1 chest compression system which was a pneumatic gasdriven device. Nov 09, 20 chest compressions were initiated by bystanders until the ambulance arrived. Lucas assists rescuers by delivering effective, consistent and continuous chest compressions as recommended in the american heart association guidelines 1. The lucas chest compression system is designed to provide chest compressions for adult patients who are unresponsive, pulseless, and apneic. Lucas chest compression system trans med usa medical. All are lightweight, and include a battery, charger, backboard or frame, stabilization straps, and carrying case. Lucas must only be used in cases where manual chest compression. Continue manual cpr until the device can be placed. Lucas chest compression system contra costa county. Impact of lucas chest compression system on the isle of man. The lucas device assists rescuers by delivering effective, consistent and continuous chest compressions as recommended in the current american heart association guidelines. Using a stateoftheart compression module paired with an exceptionally designed frame, the lifeline arm offers superior value, powerful features, functions, and ease of use in its solution for hands free cpr.
Mechanical chest compression devices such as the lund university cardiac arrest system lucas or prehospital randomised assessment of a mechanical compression device in cardiac arrest paramedic are so called piston devices, which are positioned over the sternum and compress the chest at a set rate and force. Chest compression system instructions for use defibrilator. The lucas chest compression system may be utilized when cpr is appropriate as noted in the adult cardiac arrest protocol. Lucas chest compression system safe and effective chest compressions during ambulance transport the lucas chest compression system allows rescuers to remain seated and safely belted in the ambulance while the device performs effective, guidelinesconsistent chest compressions with minimal interruptions.
It facilitates consistent blood flow from the moment it is turned on, helping to improve a patients chance for survival. Use of the lucas mechanical chest compression device for. Lucas must only be used in cases where manual chest compression would be used. Cpr with just chest c ompressions, also known as handsonly cpr, has been proven to be as effective as cpr with breaths in treating adult cardiac arrest victims. Pulseless electrical activity pea was observed and a mechanical chest compression device lucas. The lucas chest compression system is designed to deliver uninterrupted compressions at a consistent rate and depth to facilitate rosc return of spontaneous circulation. The lucas chest compression system is a portable tool designed to overcome problems identified with manual chest compressions. Lucas versus manual chest compression during ambulance. Comparison of loaddistributing band versus pistondriven systems it is widely recognized that patient injury can occur during the delivery of chest compressions.
The superior design of the lifeline arm results in easier assembly, fewer steps, minimal interruptions, and robustness during operation. The lucas cpr device improves the delivery of cpr therapy, according to programmable guidelines changing every few years, by providing highquality chest compressions for long periods of time in difficult situations. The lucas chest compression system the lucas chest compression system is a portable tool designed to overcome the problems identified with manual chest compressions. Automated chest compression devices accds good chest compressions remain an integral part of the resuscitation of a pulseless patient, but challenges frequently interrupt or compromise their. John smith partner hogan lovells us llp 555 thirteenth street. With highquality chest compressions and fewer interruptions than manual cpr, lucas is your partner that will administer guidelinesconsistent, highquality compressions until the.
A common problem during manual cpr is that the chest does not always recoil because of an increase in chest wall compliance softens. Nick robbins, a clinical manager who oversees training, education, protocols, accreditation and teaching of paramedics, said his favorite thing about lucas is the success we get from it, the way its designed, the way it. Mechanical chest compression with lucas device does not. Apr 30, 2014 lucas 2 chest compression system presented by. Quality of cardiopulmonary resuscitation in outofhospital. Two models of lucas have been used during the study. New equipment improves response to sudden cardiac arrest. Lucas chest compression system provides benefits to cardiac arrest patients by delivering guidelinesconsistent, highquality chest compressions even under difficult conditions and for extended periods of time.
Brooke otterson slideshare uses cookies to improve functionality and performance, and to provide you with relevant advertising. Lucas 2 chest compression system instructor guidebook. Lucas 3 chest compression system instructions for use 10103400 rev f, valid from co3241 2018 olife ab 6 2 introduction 2. The lucas device assists rescuers by delivering effective, consistent and continuous chest compressions as recommended in the american heart association guidelines and the european resuscitation council guidelines. All operators must read the complete ifu before operating the lucas chest compression system. Manual mask ventilation was difficult to apply and. The lucas device assists rescuers by delivering effective, consistent and continuous chest compressions as recommended in the. Sep 11, 20 september 11, 20 the main results of the large randomized linc study, which compared the effectiveness of the lucas mechanical chest compression system to high quality manual chest compressions, were presented at the european society of cardiology congress in amsterdam, the netherlands.
If you continue browsing the site, you agree to the use of cookies on this website. It provides the same quality for all patients and over time, independent of transport conditions, rescuer fatigue, or variability in the. April 27, 2018 physiocontrol, now part of stryker, announced its newest version of the lucas 3 chest compression system, version 3. Proper placement is on upper chest do not assume the lucas chest compression system cant fit larger patients. When fully charged, the lithium polymer battery should allow 45 minutes of uninterrupted operation. Lucas 2 chest compression system is to be used for performing external cardiac compressions on adult patients who have acute circulatory arrest defined as absence of spontaneous breathing and pulse, and loss of consciousness. Lucas is a mechanical compression device as a substitute for manual compressions when indicated and available. The lucas chest compression system is a pneumatic chest compression tool that delivers uninterrupted, steady chest compressions. The lucas device assists rescuers by delivering effective, consistent.
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