Physio-Control LUCAS 2 User Manual

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LUCAS

2 Chest Compression System – Instructions for Use

6. Make sure that the position of the Suc-

tion Cup is correct on the patient's
chest.

If it is not, adjust the position:
a. Push ADJUST.
b. Release the cushion straps from the

support leg straps.

c. Adjust the Suction Cup position (as

described in the section 5.4.2).

d. When the Suction Cup is in the correct

position, push ACTIVE (continuous)
or ACTIVE (30:2) to start the
compressions again.

e. Attach the cushion strap again. Refer

to the steps 2 to 5 above

5.6 Move the patient

5.6.1 Secure the patient's arms

When you move the patient, you can secure
the patient's arms with the Patient Straps on
the LUCAS. This makes it easier to move the
patient.

Caution - do not lift by the Patient Straps
Do not use the Patient Straps to lift the
patient. The straps are only to attach the
patient's arms to LUCAS.

Caution - IV access
Make sure that IV access is not obstructed.

5.6.2 Prepare to lift the patient

1. Make a decision about what equipment

you will move and where to put the trans-
portation device.

2. Those at the patient's side:

a. put one hand below the claw locks

under the support leg

b. with the other hand, hold the patient's

belt, trousers or under the thigh

3. Make sure that the patient's head is

stable.

5.6.3 Lift the patient

1. Push PAUSE to temporarily stop the

compressions.

2. Lift and move the patient to a stretcher or

other transportation device (backboard,
vacuum mattress or similar).

3. Make sure that the Suction Cup is in the

correct position on the patient's chest.

4. Push ACTIVE (continuous) or

ACTIVE (30:2) to start the compres-
sions again.