Physio-Control LUCAS - Manual (Page 19)

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LUCAS TM C HEST C OMPRESSION S YSTEM , I NSTRUCTIONS FOR U SE
3.6 D
EFIBRILLATION
WARNING – INCORRECT ECG ANALYSIS
Compressions interfere with ECG analysis.
Switch off LUCAS before ECG analysis. Make the
interruption as short as possible
WARNING – INADEQUATE COMPRESSION
Patient’s movements may change adjustment of
suction cup.
Verify position of suction cup after defibrillation,
re-adjust if necessary.
Note: Self-adhesive electrodes should be used during
defibrillation as these make it easier to work with
LUCAS. Position the defibrillator electrodes and
wires so they are not under the suction cup; if
electrodes are already on the patient, you may need
to apply new electrodes.
Defibrillation can be performed when LUCAS is
applied to the patient (Figure h ).
1. Apply electrodes and perform the defibrillation
according to manufacturer’s instruction for the
defibrillator.
2. After defibrillation or analysis of the outcome
verify the position of the suction cup and re-
adjust if necessary.
3.7 T
RANSPORTING THE PATIENT
3.7.1 S
ECURING THE
P
ATIENT
’
S ARMS
The patient’s arms can be fixed to the device during
transport, using the straps on the support legs
(Figure j ). This makes it easier to move the
patient, especially if not in a hospital environment.
WARNING – BLOCKED INTRAVENOUS
CATHETER
Do not tighten the patient strap/straps if drugs are
administered to the patient via an intravenous
catheter.
Caution – Do not lift by the straps
The straps are only intended for securing the
patient ’ s arms to LUCAS.
Apply the straps tightly enough to secure the arms,
but do not overtighten as this may reduce blood
circulation to the patient’s hands.
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