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Figure
a
: ResQPUMP ACD-CPR Device
Metronome
Force Gauge
Handle
Suction Cup
ResQPUMP
®
ACD-CPR Device
All users should read and fully understand these ResQPUMP
®
Active Compression Decompression
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (ACD-CPR) Device Instructions for Use, and receive proper training prior
to use. For guidance on using the ResQPUMP ACD-CPR Device in conjunction with the ResQPOD
®
ITD 16
(ResQCPR™ System), please see also the ResQPOD ITD 16 Instructions for Use and the ResQCPR System
Caregiver Guide.
1. INDICATIONS FOR USE
The ResQPUMP ACD-CPR Device is indicated for the treatment of adult patients with cardiac arrest (absence
of effective pulse and respiration) to improve the overall efficiency of cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and
the chances for short- and long-term survival. The device is intended to be used as an adjunct to the locally
recommended protocols for basic cardiac life support.
2. CONTRAINDICATIONS
None
3. WARNINGS/PRECAUTIONS
• For use only by personnel adequately trained in ACD-CPR on ACD-compatible training manikins. Make sure
that such personnel are made familiar with the contents of this manual.
• Before starting chest compressions, always assess for absence of palpable pulse.
• Use only on adult patients.
• Never use on healthy, conscious persons for demonstration or training purposes.
• Always switch between operators before getting tired, since decreased levels of compression depth and
decompression lift, as well as decreased rate may otherwise occur.
• Wipe excessive fluid away from the surface of the chest, if present, to avoid migration of the device during
use.
• If adequate suction cannot be achieved and becomes distracting, stop use of the device and use conventional
manual or automated CPR.
• Always check for correct function, visible damages and zero setting of the force gauge before placing the
device ready for use.
• Should not be used on patients who have had a recent (last 6 months) sternotomy.
• If the patient has a return of spontaneous circulation (ROSC) (e.g. palpable pulse) during the resuscitation
efforts, discontinue device use.
4. DEVICE DESCRIPTION
The ResQPUMP ACD-CPR Device (hereafter referred to as ResQPUMP) (Figure
a
) is a multi-use, hand-held
device that includes a suction cup for attachment to the patient’s chest, and a handle for the rescuer to hold onto.
The ResQPUMP
enables the rescuer to perform active compression-decompression cardiopulmonary
resuscitation (ACD-CPR)
, which differs from conventional or automated CPR. During ACD-CPR, the chest
is actively re-expanded (decompressed) after each compression; with standard CPR, the chest re-expands
passively. The ResQPUMP design allows the operator to use the same body position and compression technique
as in standard CPR.
Active chest decompression is achieved when the rescuer maintains a firm grip on the ResQPUMP, bends
at the waist and pulls his or her body weight upwards after compression. The suction cup sticks to the chest
and transfers the lifting force to the middle of the ribcage. Compression force is transferred to the chest as in
