8)
Engage (E)
compressions by pressing the active button (button 3)
ensuring the suction cup and plunger position is appropriate.
9) You should mark the plunger position for easy identification of displacement of the
plunger that may occur during defibrillation, procedures, or moving of the patient.
10)
Follow-on (F)
procedures, such as airway management, IV access, defibrillation,
placement of the LUCAS 2 neck strap (to help prevent movement of the device on the
patient), securing of the patients hands with the wrist straps, and transport of the patient
can all occur with the LUCAS 2 device in operation.
11) A reminder that defibrillation pads will need to be moved or replaced if they are in
contact with the suction cup/plunger.
12) If you need to adjust the plunger position, press the pause button (button 2), then the
adjust button (button 1).
Changing the Battery
To change the battery whilst the device is in use:
1) Press the pause button (button 2) to stop the compressions, then pull the battery
upwards and out to remove.
2) Replace with a fully charged battery from the pack.
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