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General| Humidification | Yes |
|---|---|
| Heated Tubing | Optional |
| Humidifier Water Chamber Capacity | 380 ml |
| Humidifier Heater Plate | Integrated with Humidifier |
| Humidifier Settings | Adjustable |
Specifies the intended use of the VPAP ST-A for patients with respiratory insufficiency or OSA.
Lists pre-existing conditions where positive airway pressure therapy may be contraindicated.
Details potential side effects patients may experience during therapy with the device.
Outlines the intended use of the H5i heated humidifier for air humidification.
States contraindications for using the H5i, particularly for patients with bypassed upper airways.
Lists the elements comprising the VPAP ST-A system and optional components.
Provides guidance for patients travelling with the VPAP ST-A device.
Details the elements included in the H5i system and optional components.
Offers advice for moving or travelling with the H5i humidifier.
Explains how bilevel pressures (IPAP, EPAP) are used to assist breathing.
Describes the different operating modes available on the VPAP ST-A device.
Discusses the benefits and features of the iVAPS therapy mode.
Explains how iVAPS targets alveolar ventilation using anatomical deadspace estimation.
Describes the iVAPS intelligent backup rate (iBR) and its adjustable limits.
Defines the range of pressure support adjustment for the iVAPS algorithm.
Explains the ramp feature designed to make treatment initiation more comfortable.
Describes how the VPAP ST-A monitors therapy and device conditions for alarms.
Highlights critical factors for NIV success, including triggering and leak management.
Explains how the device initiates and terminates inspiration based on patient flow.
Details how Rise Time affects pressure transition from EPAP to IPAP.
Explains TiControl for setting minimum and maximum inspiratory time limits.
Introduces Climate Control for automatic humidity delivery and rainout protection.
Explains rainout and how Climate Control prevents it.
Details the target absolute humidity delivered at various temperature settings.
Describes how air temperature is controlled to the patient's mask.
Explains how Climate Control automatically adjusts to environmental changes.
Simplifies device interaction and menu navigation for patients.
Promotes compliance by allowing patients to track leak, usage, and AHI.
Provides step-by-step instructions for connecting the H5i, power supply, and tubing.
Lists settings for different mask types like Full Face, Pillows, Nasal, Pediatric.
Details compatible air tubing types, specifications, and settings.
Provides instructions for filling the H5i water tub with water.
Explains the function of each key control and LED indicator on the VPAP ST-A device.
Outlines the general steps for navigating through the device menus.
Describes the purpose of the Home, Info, and Setup menus.
Details the features displayed in the Home menu, such as Ramp and Humidity Level.
Explains how to adjust the ramp time for patient comfort.
Allows patients to adjust the humidity level for optimal comfort.
Enables patient adjustment of air temperature for comfort.
Describes the Mask Fit feature to help patients achieve a proper mask seal.
Shows examples of different treatment screens displayed during therapy.
Explains the pressure bar and how it indicates pressure values during therapy.
Defines various parameters displayed on the treatment screens for different modes.
Allows patients to optimize comfort settings and mask/tube type.
Allows clinicians to set all patient therapy parameters.
Details parameters for Mode, Set pressure, Height, Target Pt Rate, Va, IPAP, EPAP, PS.
Covers parameters like Respiratory Rate, Ti Max, Ti Min.
Enables automatic humidity delivery and rainout protection.
Allows independent patient control of humidity and temperature.
Explains how to set and configure alarms via the Clinical Settings menu.
Provides methods for clearing and temporarily muting active alarms.
Describes how to access and view the list of active alarm messages.
Lists pre-set fixed alarms and configurable adjustable alarms.
Details the default and range for adjustable alarm settings like High Leak, Low SpO2.
Steps to prepare the device for alarm testing.
Guides on how to test specific alarm conditions like Power Fail, Blocked Tube, High Leak.
Provides solutions for common alarm messages and possible causes.
Instructions on how to start and stop therapy sessions.
Guidance on compatible supplemental oxygen flow rates and considerations.
Explains the role of the SD card in capturing and storing patient data.
Provides instructions for removing and inserting the SD card.
Compares data stored on the device versus the SD card.
Describes the oximeter adapter for collecting oximetry data.
Step-by-step guide to disassemble the H5i humidifier for cleaning.
Instructions for daily cleaning of the air tubing and disassembled H5i parts.
Outlines monthly cleaning tasks for the device exterior and air filter.
Provides steps for reassembling the H5i after cleaning.
Lists key items to inspect for wear and maintenance.
Directs users to resources for cleaning and disinfection between patients.
Instructions on how and when to replace the air filter.
Lists the available filter types and their efficiencies.
Discusses the impact of antibacterial filters on device performance.
Covers power supply, environmental conditions, EMC, aircraft use, and sensor types.
Details the pressure ranges for different therapy modes like CPAP, S, ST, T, PAC, iVAPS.
Lists sound pressure/power levels, dimensions, weight, and housing construction.
Provides temperature, physical dimensions, weight, water capacity, and material details for the H5i.
Lists length, inner diameter, and material for various air tubing types.
Presents tested humidifier performance data for RH output and nominal system output AH.
Illustrates the pneumatic flow path of the device and its components.
Shows maximum flow rates at different pressures for various tubing configurations.
Lists displayed values, their ranges, resolution, and measurement accuracy.
Details static pressure variation at 10 cm H2O according to EN ISO 17510-1:2009.
Provides dynamic pressure variation data according to EN ISO 17510-1:2009.
Lists critical warnings regarding device usage, handling, and safety.
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