Instructions for use | Oxylog VE300 SW 1.n 15
Safety-related information
Checks prior to use of the device
Reprocessing, wear and tear, and improper storage may damage parts of the
device such that they no longer function correctly. This puts the patient at risk. Make
sure that the following preconditions are met before operating the device:
► There are no cracks or sharp edges on the device.
► All hoses are undamaged and correctly connected.
► The touchscreen and the rotary knob are working correctly.
► The visual and acoustic alarm signals are working correctly.
Undetected damage to the device
Reprocessing, wear and tear, and improper storage may damage the device such
that it no longer functions correctly. The patient is put at risk.
► If a device is behaving suspiciously or is clearly malfunctioning, replace it with a
device in proper working order.
2.9 Product-specific safety information
Patient monitoring
Ventilation monitoring is mandatory at all times. Whenever a patient is connected to
the ventilator, constant attention by qualified medical staff is required in order to
provide immediate corrective action in the event of a malfunction.
► The user must not rely solely on the built-in ventilation monitoring.
► The user bears full responsibility for proper ventilation, and for the patient's
safety, in all situations.
► Do not make therapeutic decisions based solely on individual measured values
and monitoring parameters.
► An etCO
2 value is insufficient as a basis for medical decisions. Always consider
multiple values as part of the decision-making process.
Settings on the device
To ensure proper ventilation, the total dead space of the breathing circuit must be
considered when setting the ventilation parameters. This applies particularly when
using low tidal volumes.
► Observe for signs of CO
2 rebreathing.
► The factory presettings of the device must be compared with standard
procedures and the valid guidelines, e.g., of the American Heart Association or
the European Resuscitation Council.
► The device settings must be checked for each patient and adjusted to the
patient’s condition as necessary.
Device malfunction
If a malfunction is detected in the ventilator, and its life-preserving function can no
longer be ensured (e.g., in the event of a power failure or an interruption of the gas
supply), ventilation with an independent ventilation device (breathing bag) must be
started immediately.
► Keep a manual resuscitator at the ready.
► Ventilate with PEEP and/or increased inspiratory O
2 concentration if necessary.
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