Starting mechanical ventilation
WARNING
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Make sure that the patient breathing circuit is correctly
assembled and that the ventilator settings are clinically
appropriate before starting ventilation. Incorrect breathing
circuit assembly and incorrect ventilator settings can
injure the patient.
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Make sure that the preset alarm limits are appropriate for
the patient before starting ventilation. Incorrect alarm
settings can injure the patient.
1.
Set the ACGO switch to the circle circuit position.
2.
Set the Bag/Vent switch.
If Bag/Vent switch is set to Bag, move to Vent position to start
mechanical ventilation.
3.
If needed, push the O2 flush button to inflate the bellows.
3 Operation
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