1047358 Rev N Respironics V60 Ventilator User Manual 1-1
Chapter 1. Warnings, cautions, and notes
Before using the Respironics V60 Ventilator on a patient, familiarize yourself
with this user manual, particularly the safety considerations listed. Be aware,
however, that this manual is a reference only. It is not intended to supersede
your institution’s protocol regarding the safe use of assisted ventilation.
Definitions WARNING: Alerts the user to the possibility of injury, death, or other serious adverse
reactions associated with the use or misuse of the device.
CAUTION: Alerts the user to the possibility of a problem with the device
associated with its use or misuse, such as device malfunction, device
failure, damage to the device, or damage to other property.
NOTE: Emphasizes information of particular importance.
General WARNING: An alternative means of ventilation shall be available whenever the
ventilator is in use. If a fault is detected in the ventilator, disconnect the
patient from it and immediately start ventilation with such a device. The
ventilator must be removed from clinical use and serviced by authorized
service personnel.
WARNING: Use the Respironics V60 Ventilator on spontaneously breathing patients
only. It is an assist ventilator and is intended to augment the ventilation of
a spontaneously breathing patient. It is not intended to provide the total
ventilatory requirements of the patient.
WARNING: We do not recommend you use the Respironics V60 Ventilator on patients
who require ventilation at predetermined tidal volumes. The ventilator
provides continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) and positive
pressure ventilation (S/T, PCV, and AVAPS, and PPV) and is indicated for
assisted ventilation only. These modes do not provide ventilation with
guaranteed tidal volume delivery.
WARNING: We do not recommend you use AVAPS on patients who require rapid and
frequent IPAP adjustments to maintain a consistent tidal volume. AVAPS, a
volume targeted mode, changes the IPAP setting in order to achieve the
target tidal volume. During AVAPS setup, there may be a period of time
before the target tidal volume is achieved. AVAPS is ideal for more
stabilized patients.
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