Method and means for portable emergency cardiopulmonary resuscit

Details Method and means for portable emergency cardiopulmonary resuscit Method and means for portable emergency cardiopulmonary resuscit

1996-04-01

1998-11-10

Getzow, Scott M.

Surgery: light, thermal, and electrical application

Light, thermal, and electrical application

Electrical therapeutic systems

601151, A61H 3100

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active

058337113

ABSTRACT:
A portable device and method for the application of emergency CPR in remote or field locations comprises the use of a vest-like thoracic garment with straps for quickly fastening it about the chest area of a heart-attack victim. The vest contains bladders to provide pneumatic pressure to effect cardiopulmonary resuscitation, and has integrated-circuit controls for inflation; various functions are set at an initailrate which can be changed during operation. Inflation of the bladders is provided by bottled air or oxygen, or a gas generator. In one embodiment, a mechanical method of flexing the bladders eliminates dependence on stored air. Means for controlling and monitoring the cardiac and/or pulmonary functions of a victim include built-in defibrillation contacts and gauges to observe cardiac and lung functions. Breathing-assistance apparatus is preferably included. Power to operate the device can he supplemented until transfer of the victim to a primary-care facility.

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