This week, our group discussed narrowing down the group of intended users of the device. We decided that the CPR device would be intended for use by certified first responders; those who have received professional training in providing pre-hospital care in the event of a medical emergency. This group includes police, fire fighters, EMT’s, lifeguards, etc. In specifying the intended group of users we can focus on catering better to the needs of those first responders in their particular job capacities. For example, a police officer will require a compact kit that will likely be kept in the trunk of a patrol vehicle. A lifeguard will need a kit that can minimize the negative effects of their work environment (sandy/corrosive). Additionally, focusing on trained first responders will allow us to develop a product knowing that the end user will be trained in the use of the device in advance of a time where it may need to be deployed. We will try to design a device to operate as simply as possible, but it is good to know now, in the development stage of this project, that the end user will be professionally trained in its use.
For next week we intend to research more information about what may be required for the injection molding aspect of our design development. We also are going to explore the possibility of making the device compatible with an Endotracheal Tube. The group will also determine whether or not the pressure required to administer air is different for an ET tube or a face mask because that will have a great influence on the versatility of our design.
CPR Ventilator 