Ventec Life Systems V-Home - Connecting an External Nebulizer Cup to the Patient Circuit

Setup
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Connecting an External Nebulizer Cup to the Patient Circuit
The V*Home breathing system can be congured to compensate for the ow added to the patient circuit from an
external 6 L/min nebulizer. Follow all instructions from the manufacturer to connect an external nebulizer cup to the
patient circuit, and see “Starting Nebulizer Compensation” on page 123 for instructions on compensating Ventilation
therapy for the ow from an external 6 L/min nebulizer.
NOTE: To ensure proper device operation, all nebulizer parts connected to V*Home should comply with the relevant
requirements of ISO 27427.
Follow all setup and operating instructions provided by the nebulizer manufacturer, including any indications for use or
contraindications regarding uid types for use with the nebulizer. The nebulizer should be disconnected between uses.
WARNING: Use only 6 L/min nebulizer cups with V*Home. V*Home ventilation compensates for 5.9 L/min of nebulizer
ow while the nebulizer drive is active. When gas is added to the Ventec One-Circuit from a nebulizer producing a ow
less or more than 6 L/min, the accuracy of delivered ventilation may be temporarily affected.
NOTE: During the brief period while Nebulizer therapy is running without the nebulizer connected to the patient
circuit, delivered Tidal Volumes may be affected.
NOTE: If an HME is used, connect the nebulizer cup between the HME and the patient to prevent the HME from
trapping nebulized medication.
NOTE: If a passive Ventec One‑Circuit is used, Ventec Life Systems recommends connecting a lter between the distal
end of the circuit and the nebulizer tee to ensure nebulized material does not collect in the passive valve and obstruct
airow.
HME
(OPTIONAL)
TO NEBULIZER
DRIVING PORT
(EXTERNAL)
PATIENT CIRCUIT
V*HOME
NEBUILIZER CUP