Autonomous mechanical CPR device

An apparatus for providing cardiopulmonary resuscitation comprising:

• a rigid frame assembly having a support assembly including an arch and a backplate, the arch and the backplate cooperating to define an opening dimensioned to permit placement of a human torso comprising a back and a sternum therein, the arch defining a bore, the bore passing through the arch and positioned in the arch to allow placement of the sternum generally below the bore when the back is positioned on the backplate, the bore having a lock integrated with the arch;
• and
• a compression module
• having a drivetrain, including a ram with a distal end, the ram connected to a motor by a drive, the drivetrain being capable of reciprocating the ram, and
• a housing supporting the drivetrain and at least a portion of the housing dimensioned to fit within the bore with an orientation permitting the distal end of the ram to be moved into a therapeutic position and to reciprocate the ram therefrom resulting in the performance of cardiopulmonary resuscitation by movement of the sternum relative to the back;
• a computerized controller having a user interface for directing movement of the ram;
• a power source electrically connected to the controller and the motor;
• and
• a quick-disconnect portion mounted on the at least a portion of the housing dimensioned to fit within the lock and suitable to engage the lock such that the compression module is removably secured in the arch by engagement of the quick-disconnect portion within the lock, and whereby the compression module is removable in its entirety by disengagement of the quick-disconnect portion from the lock.