Vyaire PulmoLife Instrucciones De Uso página 8

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If a blow is too slow at the beginning of the manoeuvre , the blow icon
will flash assessing this test as poor quality and the test should be
repeated. After a full inspiration the patient should be encouraged to blast
out the air as fast as possible without hesitation.
When FEV % predicted is less than or equal to 80% of predicted, the
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FEV % predicted value will flash indicating the possibility of airways
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obstruction.
Press the Scrolling Down key to display the 'Lung Age' (range
20-90 years) and smoker visual. A patient's 'Lung Age' is limited to
30 years over their chronological age up to a maximum age of 90.
PLEASE NOTE: If a patient's FEV %predicted is above 100% of
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predicted then their estimated 'Lung Age' would be lower than their
chronological age.
Use the scrolling Up / Down keys to move back and forth
between both results screens.
Press Enter to perform a new blow.
It is recommended that a spirometry result should be taken from the best
of 3 technically correct blows.
To test another patient the unit must be switched off and on and then
enter the new patient details.
CLEANING
Disinfection of contaminated parts is only effective after having them
carefully pre-cleaned. Vyaire recommend the tested solution of
PeraSafe sterilizing powder (36-SSC5000A) for pre-cleaning and
disinfection. If a different solution is used, please follow the given
manufacturer's instructions.
It is recommended that - One-Way Valve Disposable Mouthpieces
(36-SST1000) are used with the PulmoLfe unit. With the use of a new
disposable mouthpiece for each patient, the transducer and must be
sterilized once a week.
CAUTION: Switch off the device before cleaning.
The external housing of the PulmoLife may be wiped with sterile wipes or
a damp cloth that has been immersed in a cold sterilising solution, when
required
To remove the turbine, simply press the turbine from the rear, without
excessive force, and the turbine will pop out.
The turbine may be immersed in warm soapy water for routine cleaning.
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