Smiths Medical Pneupac VR1

Patients being moved on transport ventilators don’t always need 100% oxygen. Too much oxygen can exacerbate certain conditions and make weaning difficult for some patients. The new Pneupac VR1 from Smiths Medical features an air-mix switch that delivers either 50% or 100% oxygen. A single knob adjusts tidal volume and ventilatory frequency, and a pressure alarm can be factory-set for 40 or 60 cm/H2O.

VITALS
Weight: 14.82 oz.
Dimensions: 6.69″ x 3.74″ x 3.94″
Flow: 11à’32/min
Cost: $2,600
800/558-2345
www.smiths-medical.com

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