AutoPulse
AutoPulse is a non-invasive cardiac support pump that is often used in emergency medical situations. It is designed to provide high-quality automated chest compressions to victims of sudden cardiac arrest.
Pronunciation
The term AutoPulse is pronounced as /ˈɔːtoʊˌpʌls/.
Etymology
The term AutoPulse is a compound word derived from the Greek word "auto" meaning self and the Latin word "pulsus" meaning beat or rhythm.
Function
The AutoPulse system is designed to deliver high-quality, consistent chest compressions. It uses a load-distributing band to apply direct and even pressure across the entire chest. This helps to improve blood flow and increase the chances of survival in cases of cardiac arrest.
Usage
The AutoPulse is primarily used by emergency medical services (EMS) and in hospital settings. It is particularly useful in situations where manual chest compressions may be difficult or impossible, such as during transport or prolonged resuscitation efforts.
Related Terms
- Cardiac Arrest: A sudden loss of blood flow resulting from the failure of the heart to effectively pump.
- CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation): An emergency procedure that combines chest compressions often with artificial ventilation in an effort to manually preserve intact brain function until further measures are taken to restore spontaneous blood circulation and breathing in a person who is in cardiac arrest.
- Defibrillation: A treatment for life-threatening cardiac dysrhythmias and ventricular fibrillation.
- Emergency Medical Services (EMS): A system that provides emergency medical care to those with acute illnesses or injuries.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on AutoPulse
- Wikipedia's article - AutoPulse
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