VersaMed iVent201 - Other Connections; Hme; MDI; Using the Ivent with Heated Humidification (1.4 Models Only)

iVent201 Operator's Manual
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2.4 Other Connections
2.4.1 HME
If required, a Heat and Moisture Exchanger may be placed
between the flow sensor and the patient connection.
CAUTION: A contaminated HME filter can impede the
ventilator’s “Patient Disconnect” alarm detection. Do
not use any filter that appears to be discolored or filled
with water.
NOTE: Adding attachments, components or sub-
assemblies to the iVent
201
breathing circuit may increase
the pressure gradient.
2.4.2 MDI
To administer medication, you may install an adapter for MDI
treatment between the flow sensor and the patient connection.
2.4.3 Using the iVent
201
with Heated
Humidification (1.4 models only)
To use the iVent
201
with a heated humidifier:
1. Disconnect the Inspiratory Limb
from the ventilator outlet of the
iVent
201
and reconnect it to the
humidifier outlet.
2. Remove the one-way valve from
the patient Wye and reconnect
the tube.