Physio Control LUCAS 3, Instructor Manual

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2 / CLASSROOM TRAINING INTRODUCTION AND OVERVIEW
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The Pressure Pad is at the end of the Piston. The Pressure Pad acts as the heel of your
hand when performing manual CPR, it is what makes contact with the chest when
performing compressions. The compression point should be in the middle of the chest, at
the same spot as for manual CPR and according to current Guidelines.
When the Pressure Pad in the Suction Cup is in the correct position, the lower edge of the
Suction Cup is immediately above the end of the sternum bone. The lower edge of
the Suction Cup should not be placed over the tip of the sternum (xiphoid process),
but over the lower edge of the main body of the sternum.
If the Pressure Pad is not in the correct position, there is an increased risk of
damage to the rib cage and the internal organs. Also, the patient’s blood circulation
is compromised.
The Suction Cup is disposable and should be replaced after each use. To replace the
Suction Cup, pull it off the black mounting tube and discard it. Bend a new Suction Cup
back onto the tube and make sure it is safely attached.
The
Support Legs
contain several components:
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The Patient Straps – When you move the patient, you can secure the patient’s
arms with the Patient Straps on the LUCAS device. This makes it easier to
move the patient. Do not use the straps for lifting, and make sure that IV access
is not obstructed.