news.com.au — Saving lives is set to become a hands-free activity due to a new gadget that automatically performs CPR on patients. The portable machine, named AutoPulse by manufacturer Zoll, consists of a band that wraps around the chest of a patient and can be programmed to squeeze as frequently as an emergency worker would pump with their hands.
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warriorscotFeb 24, 2008
I always find CPR training so confusing, Ive been trained and qualified in it but in the years since I've done it the ratio to breaths to compressions that is taught and used have changed at least half a dozen times.
gabberwokFeb 25, 2008
Doing CPR properly will often result in breaking ribs. Especially with elderly people with fragile bones.
justpaddlingFeb 25, 2008
It is still a machine and may not be available when and where the victim is in need. I think it may be of use in specific areas, whereas having the knowledge and training to perform CPR by people may be more practical.
jabraham9Feb 25, 2008
Agreed with you on not belonging in the home first aid kit. Training on how to use the AutoPulse really does dictate how successful you will be in application. I completely agree with you. Good quality, manual CPR is absolutely vital and it improves outcomes even if an AutoPulse is coming to take over.Re ACI, I will find out for you...
Closed AccountMar 29, 2008
We don't?
Closed AccountMar 29, 2008
Try vasopressin, it'll resuscitate a rock.
dudley9May 25, 2008
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davidltAug 28, 2009
Wow that's crazy! Leave it up to the folks at Zoll. I just wrote an article about:Zoll AED Pro Defibrillator <a class="user" href="http://comparedefibrillators.com/" rel="nofollow">http://comparedefibrillators.com/</a>Zoll AED Plus Defibrillator <a class="user" href="http://comparedefibrillators.com/aed-brands/zoll-aed-plus-defibrillator/" rel="nofollow">http://comparedefibrillators.com/aed-brands/zoll-a ...</a>In my opinion, Zoll is the way to go. Their products are very well thought out and they are a leader in the industry. I am sure the Zoll AutoPulse will be a big hit too.