Transport - Defibtech RMU-2000 Manual

Securing the Patient Wrist Straps to the Patient (continued)
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4.6 Transport

Note: Prior to transporting a patient with an affixed RMU-2000 ACC, make sure that the
Stabilization Strap has been attached to the unit and that a stretcher or other transportation
equipment is nearby.
To move the patient to a stretcher or another piece of transportation equipment:
• Prepare the stretcher/transport equipment near the patient.
• Position two people on either side of the patient. Other personnel may be needed to
stabilize the patient's head and limbs, as necessary.
• When ready to move the patient, push Pause to temporarily stop compressions.
• Lift the patient by grabbing the Frame's Handle with one hand and use the other hand to
support the lower torso by grasping the patient's leg, belt or pants. IMPORTANT: Do not press
the Backboard Release Lever at any time while transporting the patient. Also during transport,
do not place hand below the latch point where the Frame connects with the Backboard.
• After the patient is safely on the stretcher/transport equipment, check that the RMU-2000
ACC and the Piston have not changed their position or readjust them to the target area, if
necessary.
• Push Pause again or the appropriate Run Compressions button to resume compressions.
During transport, the RMU-2000 ACC can be active if the RMU-2000 ACC and patient are safely
and securely positioned on the stretcher/transport equipment and the RMU-2000 ACC remains
in the target area and angle on the patient's chest.
Carefully monitor the position of the piston on the patient's chest to ensure
that it has not moved from the appropriate target area. Pause compressions
and readjust position if needed.
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Do not over-tighten the Patient Wrist Straps to prevent potential injury.
If the Patient Wrist Straps are too loose, they may not securely fasten
the patient's arms to the RMU-2000 ACC appropriately.
Observe the patient's arms during use. Do not leave a patient
unattended when using the RMU-2000 ACC or its accessories (e.g.
Patient Wrist Straps).
Do not obstruct intravenous (IV) access when deploying the RMU-
2000 ACC or when attaching the Patient Wrist Straps.
Do not use the Patient Wrist Straps to lift the patient. The straps are
intended to attach the patient's arms to the RMU-2000 ACC during
transport.
If the RMU-2000 ACC becomes hot, prolonged contact with the
patient's skin could result in skin burns. If necessary, remove the
patient's arms from the Patient Wrist Straps.
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