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LUCAS
®
3 Chest Compression System
Instructor Guidebook
In addition, the LUCAS 3 device has also been tested according IEC 60601-1-2 for
electromagnetic compatibility – which is a similar test as RTCA/DO-160F section 21
categories L, M and H tests done on the LUCAS 2 device.
The LUCAS 3 device retains the same form, fit and function as the LUCAS 2 device
and tests done show the LUCAS 3 and LUCAS 2 devices have similar type of
electromagnetic performance.
The LUCAS 2 device has been tested according to section 21 in the RTCA/DO-160F,
environmental Conditions and Test Procedures for Airborne Equipment which is a
standard for environmental test of avionics hardware. The LUCAS 2 device complies
with the radiated emission (category L) and with the conducted emission (category L, M
and H). This means the LUCAS 2 device does not influence nor is influenced by the flight
environment in this test.
More tests might be required for use in different helicopters or within different
organizations. In addition, the LUCAS 3 and LUCAS 2 devices have been tested in a
number of other tests such as road ambulances and other set ups.
: Q Can we use the LUCAS device in the rain or snow?
: A The LUCAS device has an IP43 rating, which is the level of ingress protection against
particulate matter (first number) and liquid (second number). As defined in international
standard IEC 60529 (Ed. 2.1, clause 4.1) a rating of 3 for liquid indicates protection
against spraying water, such that “water falling as a spray at any angle up to 60° from
the vertical shall have no harmful effect”. This is consistent with what you would expect
from rainfall.
Do not immerse LUCAS device in liquid. The device can be damaged if liquid enters
the Hood.
: Q What do we do first, apply LUCAS device or defibrillate the patient?
: A The LUCAS device can be applied with minimal interruption to CPR, however,
application of the device should preferably not delay defibrillation of a patient in a
shockable rhythm or cause excessive interruptions in CPR. This should be considered
when incorporating the LUCAS device into your cardiac arrest resuscitation protocol.
A growing number of protocols from LUCAS device users describe well-defined timing
for the application of the device and steps to minimise CPR interruptions and avoid
delays in defibrillation, including:
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Performing one or two full cycles of manual CPR prior to using the LUCAS device
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Requiring a defibrillator or AED to be applied before the LUCAS device
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Using a two-step application process (widely adopted by LUCAS device users
globally), targeting longest pause of 10 seconds or less (placing the Back Plate during
a planned pause, then attaching the Upper Part in a second planned pause)
Always follow your local protocols when using the LUCAS device.