Box Hill Hospital resuscitation trolley

Area of Science:

• Medical Engineering
• Emergency Medicine Equipment Design

Background:

• Existing resuscitation trolleys may lack critical features for sustained emergency care.
• Standardization of equipment and drug delivery is essential in hospital settings.

Purpose of the Study:

• To design and develop a novel resuscitation trolley meeting specific functional requirements.
• To ensure the new trolley integrates seamlessly into institutional workflows and stock management.

Main Methods:

• Design of a trolley incorporating continuous oxygen supply.
• Integration of a high-strength medical suction system.
• Implementation of a modular system for equipment and drug storage.

Main Results:

• The designed trolley successfully provides continuous oxygen and robust medical suction.
• Modular storage ensures uniformity and immediate replacement of supplies.
• The trolley's weight and maneuverability are comparable to existing commercial options in Australia.

Conclusions:

• The developed resuscitation trolley effectively addresses key requirements for emergency medical response.
• This design enhances preparedness and efficiency in critical care situations.
• The trolley offers a practical and standardized solution for Australian healthcare facilities.