ZOLL AutoPulse Rev D Users Guide - Manual (Page 54)

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User Guide
3.6 Patient Alignment and Securing for Transport
The AutoPulse does not require any patient restraints to perform compressions while the patient is lying
on a flat surface. However, patient restraints should be used to maintain alignment of the patient to the
AutoPulse:
• If the AutoPulse cannot be set on a flat level surface
• If the AutoPulse is used during extrication or during transport
The AutoPulse is designed to accept standard restraints to maintain patient alignment. The rescuer can
secure a patient of up to 300 pounds to a backboard and maneuver the patient as necessary while the
AutoPulse is performing active compressions.
Caution: Motion can cause the patient to shift and restraints to loosen, so care should be given to the
initial strapping for alignment of the patient to the AutoPulse. Regular checks of patient
alignment to the AutoPulse and alignment of the LifeBand to the patient's mid-axillary line
should be made if the AutoPulse is performing active compressions, or before active
compressions are restarted.
When transporting the patient, lift by supporting the patient and the AutoPulse onto the transportation
device (for example, a gurney or backboard) and place the AutoPulse and patient within the vehicle
during AutoPulse operation. Secure the AutoPulse and patient to the transportation device.
The AutoPulse can be used in conjunction with a transportation device during transport to hospital (a
gurney or backboard). However, care must be taken to ensure that the patient is properly strapped to the
transportation device using locally-approved procedures for safe transport.
Caution: Straps or restraints used for transportation purposes must not interfere with the operation of
the AutoPulse. Specifically, straps across the patient’s chest may restrict the compression/
decompression of the chest. In general, strapping schemes must not alter the alignment of the
patient to the AutoPulse.
Warning: The AutoPulse is not intended for carrying or transporting a patient. The AutoPulse should
be secured to the top of a backboard or other equipment used to carry or transport the
patient, if necessary. During transport, regular checks of the patient’s alignment should be
performed.