SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR HEAD UP CARDIOPULMONARY RESUSCITATION

摘要

A method for performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) includes elevating the heart of an individual to a first height relative to a lower body of the individual. The lower body may be in a substantially horizontal plane. The method may also include elevating the head of the individual to a second height relative to the lower body of the individual. The second height may be greater than the first height. The method may further include performing one or more of a type of CPR or a type of intrathoracic pressure regulation while elevating the heart and the head. The first height and the second height may be determined based on one or both of the type of CPR or the type of intrathoracic pressure regulation.

主权项

1. A method for performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), comprising:
positioning an individual on an elevation device in a stable selected position to elevate the individual's heart and head, the stable selected position comprising a relationship between the individual's head, neck, and chest, the elevation device comprising:
a base; andan upper support pivotably coupled to the base, wherein the upper support is configured to receive and support a user's upper back, shoulders, and head; pivoting the upper support to further elevate the head of the individual; expanding the upper support lengthwise to maintain the individual in the stable selected position throughout elevation of the upper back, shoulders, and head; and performing one or more of a type of CPR or a type of intrathoracic pressure regulation while elevating the heart and the head.