Product Description - Verathon GlideScope Operation & Maintenance Manual

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

The GlideScope AVL system is an ideal tool for physicians and other healthcare professionals who need to
effectively manage routine to difficult airways. It is useful for the intubation of normal airways, anterior
airways, neonatal patients, obese patients, and patients with limited neck extension. Additionally, it is
useful for teaching purposes, verification of endotracheal tube (ETT) placement, nasal intubation, and
ETT exchange. The AVL is easy to learn, use, and teach. It is ideal for acute care settings and emergency
environments. It also integrates into standard ED, OR, ICU, and NICU applications.
The system combines a high‑resolution, full‑color digital camera with an integrated LED light source and
Reveal™ anti‑fog feature. The AVL video batons and GlideScope Direct blade connect directly to a full‑color,
digital video monitor for real‑time viewing.
The system is recommended for use with an endotracheal tube stylet, particularly the GlideRite
which complements the blade angle. For more information about the stylet, see the GlideRite Rigid Stylet
Operations and Maintenance Manual.
GLIDESCOPE VIDEO MONITOR
The monitor can record video and photos directly to a USB flash drive for archiving and further review.
The monitor has a DVI video output through an HDMI connector. It is recommended that you use the
HDMI‑to‑DVI cable provided by Verathon
use. You can operate the monitor by connecting it to the medical‑grade power supply provided by Verathon
or by using the internal, rechargeable lithium‑ion battery.
Verathon occasionally makes software updates available for the GlideScope video monitor. This manual
documents the most current version of the GlideScope Video Monitor software. If your monitor does not
function as described in this manual, or to determine if your software should be updated, contact Verathon
Customer Care.
Figure 1. GlideScope Video Monitor
Operations & Maintenance Manual: Important Information
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