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INTRODUCTION
The iVent
TM
201 is a compact, portable, multi-featured, microprocessor-controlled
ventilator, which has the versatility and capability of larger and more costly
ventilators.
A turbine-powered air source and a rechargeable internal battery provide
freedom from wall air and power outlets. An intuitive turn-and-click Control
Knob, quick-choice pushbuttons, and a bright, well-organized easy-to-read
screen, allow for rapid control and continuous real-time monitoring of patient
ventilation.
Alarm settings are fully adjustable. Optional Waveform and Diagnostic Software
package displays pressure and flow waveform data, loops, trends, and logged
totals in a variety of graphical and numerical modes.
The iVent
TM
201 supports the following modes:
ï‚· Assist/Control (A/C)
o Volume Controlled A/C
o Pressure Controlled A/C
ï‚· Synchronized Intermittent Mandatory Ventilation (SIMV)
o Volume Controlled SIMV (Vctrl SIMV)
o Pressure Controlled SIMV (Pctrl SIMV)
ï‚· Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP)
ï‚· Pressure Support Ventilation (PSV)
NOTE Certain modes are optional features and may not be operational in some
iVent
TM
201 models
In addition, the iVentâ„¢201 has the following advanced features:
ï‚· Quick setup enabled by Preset Parameters according to Patient Weight
ï‚· Adaptive Peak Flowâ„¢ and Adaptive I-Time to adapt to patient flow demand
during volume control breath delivery or to maintain a 1:2 I:E ratio in the
event of no patient flow demand.
ï‚· Rise time is adjustable
ï‚· The iVentâ„¢201 s Adaptive Bi-Level feature enables leak-tolerance for
facemask ventilation or other specialized high-leak tube ventilation
ï‚· Easy Exhaleâ„¢ is an advanced feature when PEEP>0 is selected, designed to
shorten expiratory time and reduce risk of auto-PEEP.
ï‚· Firmware is upgradeable via a PC connection
ï‚· The iVentâ„¢201 is designed to operate according to specifications in any
physical orientation, such as during transport use