Oxygen therapy is commonly used in a clinical nursing setting. This device administers humidified oxygen but with a reduced risk of associated infection. There is a risk of between21% - 77% of ventilator associated infections together with a fatality rate of between 20% and 61.7%.
Application of Device
Surgery, obstetrics and gynaecology, emergency departments, ICU, respiratory, haematology and neonatal units, transplant units and other departments.
Advantage of Features
(1)The oxygen inlet and outlet installed in the US has a bacteria filter membrane with a pore size 0.1-0.2um which provides 100% barrier against germs.
(2)The wet fluid is made up of food- grade antimicrobial agents to prevent further cross- infection.
(3)The device works by adopting a unique microcrystalline foaming technology.
(4)In use the system is completely isolated from the environment.
(5)It is quick to load and unload.
(6)No noise is generated during use.
(7)Product is sustainable which reduces the burden of work for health care workers.
Operation Process
Tear open the outer packaging and remove the product. Check the oxygen product batch number and the expiry date before use. Check the date of sterilisation before use.
Connect the oxygen supply system with the humidified part. Connect the other end to the oxygen delivery line. Set the flow rate for the required 10 seconds.
Points Requiring Attention
(1)Replace device when wetting liquid is close to the suction lever at the bottom of the bottle.
(2)Single use only. Dispose according to hospital policy for waste.
(3)Ensure product is sterilised and so if packaging is damaged then do not use.
Store product correctly away from direct sunlight, damp environment and not above 25 degrees centigrade.
