This video provides a step-by-step demonstration of how to test and verify the performance of a gas delivery system, specifically focusing on oxygen and nitrous oxide concentration, baseline pressure, leak integrity, and flush flow functionality. Accurate testing of these parameters is essential to ensure device safety and clinical performance.
Procedure Overview:
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Setup and Configuration:
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Connect the E-Advantage device to the appropriate gas sources:
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Oxygen and Nitrous Oxide.
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Adjust inlet pressures to the specified range:
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Target: 60 PSI for both gases.
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Power on the regulators and activate the device.
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Use the default 50/50 oxygen-nitrous oxide mix setting for testing.
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Patient Simulation Setup:
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It is recommended to use a dual test lung setup:
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One lung is operated by a ventilator.
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The second lung is driven by the first, simulating patient-demand breathing.
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Alternative: Use a 1-liter syringe or similar device capable of mimicking breathing with:
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A minimum tidal volume of 900 mL.
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A consistent rate and volume for accurate measurements.
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Testing Requirements:
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The tidal volume must consistently reach at least 900 mL.
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Each syringe pull or simulated breath should be capable of achieving this volume.
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The duration of each cycle must ensure the device registers and responds to gas demand correctly.
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Key Learning Objectives:
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Properly connect and configure medical gas supplies for testing.
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Simulate patient-demand ventilation using test lungs or volume-controlled alternatives.
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Validate gas delivery accuracy, leak tightness, and flow functionality under realistic conditions.
