Mechanical vs Manual Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation in the Prehospital Setting
Advisor(s)
Dr. Jamie Hunsicker
Confirmation
1
Document Type
Poster
Location
McIntosh Activities Room
Start Date
19-4-2024 11:00 AM
End Date
19-4-2024 11:50 AM
Abstract
Abstract
Problem: Out-of-hospital cardiac arrests make up a significant portion of worldwide morbidity
and mortality. The most important factor in patient survival is early and high-quality cardiopulmonary resuscitation, which may not always be achieved due to human error. Additionally, during EMS transport, it is increasingly difficult to deliver quality compression.
Purpose: The purpose of this research project is to determine if the implementation of LUCAS devices and mechanical compressions during cardiac arrest has increased patient survival rates and better outcomes compared to manual compressions.
Methods: A retrospective comparative design will be utilized. EMS providers within northwest Ohio who respond to cardiac arrest using LUCAS devices or manual compressions will participate. EKGs and transthoracic impedance data from defibrillators and monitors during transport will be analyzed to determine the efficiency of the compressions given. Patient post resuscitation data from the hospital will be used to determine survival rates and outcomes. LUCAS device and manual compression data will be compared.
Conclusion: Mechanical compressions during EMS transport have been found to result in more consistent and quality compressions. This leads to improved patient survival rates and positive outcomes.
Recommended Citation
Long, Brian Andrew, "Mechanical vs Manual Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation in the Prehospital Setting" (2024). ONU Student Research Colloquium. 7.
https://digitalcommons.onu.edu/student_research_colloquium/2024/Posters/7
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Open Access
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Mechanical vs Manual Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation in the Prehospital Setting
McIntosh Activities Room
Abstract
Problem: Out-of-hospital cardiac arrests make up a significant portion of worldwide morbidity
and mortality. The most important factor in patient survival is early and high-quality cardiopulmonary resuscitation, which may not always be achieved due to human error. Additionally, during EMS transport, it is increasingly difficult to deliver quality compression.
Purpose: The purpose of this research project is to determine if the implementation of LUCAS devices and mechanical compressions during cardiac arrest has increased patient survival rates and better outcomes compared to manual compressions.
Methods: A retrospective comparative design will be utilized. EMS providers within northwest Ohio who respond to cardiac arrest using LUCAS devices or manual compressions will participate. EKGs and transthoracic impedance data from defibrillators and monitors during transport will be analyzed to determine the efficiency of the compressions given. Patient post resuscitation data from the hospital will be used to determine survival rates and outcomes. LUCAS device and manual compression data will be compared.
Conclusion: Mechanical compressions during EMS transport have been found to result in more consistent and quality compressions. This leads to improved patient survival rates and positive outcomes.