User guide

Page 3-14 P/N. 11016-001 Rev. January 7, 2005
User Guide
AutoPulse™ Resuscitation System Model 100
3.6 Patient Alignment and Securing for Transport
The AutoPulse System 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 Platform:
• If the AutoPulse System cannot be set on a flat level surface
• If the AutoPulse System is used during extrication or during transport
The AutoPulse Platform 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 Platform. Regular checks of
patient alignment to the AutoPulse Platform and alignment of the LifeBand CCA 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 Platform onto the
transportation device (for example, a gurney or backboard) and place the AutoPulse Platform and patient
within the vehicle during AutoPulse System operation. Securely strap the AutoPulse Platform and patient
to the transportation device.
The AutoPulse Platform 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 Platform. 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 Platform.
For more information about strapping and patient restraint options, contact Revivant Customer Service
at 1-800-321-4CPR (or 1-408-524-3500).
Warning: The AutoPulse Platform is not intended for carrying or transporting a patient. The
AutoPulse Platform 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.