User manual

BiPAP S/T user manual
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Intended Use
The BiPAP S/T device is intended to provide non-invasive ventilatory
support to treat adult patients weighing over 30 kg (66 lbs) and
pediatric patients 7 years or older and weighing over 18 kg (40 lbs)
with Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) and Respiratory Insuciency.
This device may be used in the hospital or home.
Warnings and Cautions
CAUTION: US federal law restricts this device to sale by or on the
order of a physician.
Warnings
A warning indicates the possibility of injury to the user or operat
Device Usage This device is not intended for life support. The device provides Positive
Pressure Ventilation and is indicated for assisted ventilation. The device
does not provide ventilation with guaranteed V
T
delivery. Patients requiring
ventilation at a predetermined V
T
are not candidates for Pressure Support
ventilation.
Personnel
Qualications
This manual serves as a reference. The instructions in this manual are not
intended to supersede your health care professional’s instructions regarding
the use of the device.
The prescription and other device settings should only be changed on the
order of the supervising physician.
The operator should read and understand this entire manual before using
the device.
WARNING
The eectiveness of Bi-Flex
has not been established for
pediatric patients.