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A robot paramedic is to be used for the first time to carry out chest compressions on ambulance patients.
The device, LUCAS 3, is able to deliver consistent, high-quality CPR chest compressions.
South Central Ambulance Service (SCAS) is the first in the country to use the robots, which cost about £12,000.
..the transition from manual compressions to LUCAS can be completed within seven seconds, ensuring continuity.
Wireless Bluetooth connectivity allows it to configure the compression rate, depth of compression and alerts specific to guidelines.
"These devices don’t fatigue or change their delivery as a human might,” - John Black, medical director at SCAS.
“It ultimately acts as a robotic third crew member for our teams,” - John Black.
Available to support crews in Oxfordshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Hampshire.
Can also be used for resuscitation in emergency departments and ICUs.
Patients undergoing coronary balloon angioplasty and stenting procedures can also be supported by a LUCAS 3.
