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Method and apparatus for enhancement of chest compressions during CPR

  • US 7,220,235 B2
  • Filed: 11/06/2003
  • Issued: 05/22/2007
  • Est. Priority Date: 06/27/2003
  • Status: Active Grant
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1. Apparatus for assisting a rescuer in performing chest compressions during CPR on a victim, the apparatus comprising:

  • a pad or other structure configured to be applied to the chest near or at the location at which the rescuer applies force to produce the chest compressions;

    at least one sensor connected to the pad, the sensor being configured to sense movement of the chest or force applied to the chest;

    processing circuitry for processing the output of the sensor to determine whether the rescuer is substantially releasing the chest following chest compressions; and

    at least one prompting element connected to the processing circuitry for providing the rescuer with information as to whether the chest is being substantially released following chest compressions.

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