Dräger RW82 - Autobreath Infant Resuscitator Precautions

PROPRIETARY AND CONFIDENTIAL DRAFT 8 Jan 04
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WARNING:
In the event of a gas failure, the patient may only get room air from the two-way relief valve on
the Patient Supply Resuscitation Module. Breathing room air through the two-way relief valve
requires extra effort. If this condition occurs, correct the gas failure as soon as possible. Failure
to do so could result in infant injury.
WARNING:
The internal adjustable airway pressure relief is not functional with a self-inflating bag because
the patient supply is connected to the fresh gas reservoir on the self-inflating bag rather than
directly to the patient airway. When using a self-inflating bag, always use a suitable external
airway pressure relief valve connected to the patient airway. To obtain maximum flow, turn the
adjustable airway pressure relief knob to the Max. position. Failure to do so could result in infant
injury.
AutoBreath™ Infant Resuscitator Precautions
WARNING:
Auxiliary Gas Supply Pressure is internally limited to 3.9 KPa (40 cm H
2
O). Always use a
patient resuscitation circuit that includes appropriate pressure relief. Failure to do so could
result in personal injury or equipment damage.
WARNING:
The AutoBreath™ Infant Resuscitator (option) is intended for use by qualified clinical personnel
only. These instructions should be read before using the equipment. Failure to do so could
result in patient injury or equipment damage.
WARNING:
Any humidifier used with the AutoBreath™ Infant Resuscitator must be the “flow-through” type
having a low pressure drop. Use of a humidifier with a bubbler tube or pressure jet renders the
safety relief valve ineffective. Do not use a pressure jet nebulizer or unmodified bubbler
humidifier. Infant injury or equipment damage could occur.
WARNING:
When setting the Flow Rate (LPM) control for optimum repeatability, turn the knob in a
clockwise direction to approach the desired setting. Failure to do so could result in infant injury.
WARNING:
The humidifier has low series flow resistance. Do not place it between the exhalation valve and
the patient airway. Infant injury could occur.
WARNING:
When setting the PEEP control, always start with the knob fully counterclockwise to avoid
setting the PEEP above the maximum pressure limit. Failure to do so could result in patient
injury.
WARNING:
Always use an airway pressure monitor if the AutoBreath™ Infant Resuscitator is to be used
unattended. Failure to do so could result in patient injury.