A Support System for Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Technique Using Wearable Devices

摘要

Cardiopulmonary resuscitation is an emergency procedure that can save the life of a person, which combines manual chest compressions on the sternum and insufflations. The depth of the compressions and the cadence at which they are performed are two key factors for the effectiveness of the technique. This study presents a novel support system for cardiopulmonary resuscitation, helping the rescuer to perform the compressions with a correct cadence. To do this, a wearable device adapts to the initial pace of the rescuer, leading him gradually to reach the appropriate cadence.