Accessories; Attaching Patient Circuit Accessories; Attaching A Humidifier - ResMed Astral Series Clinical Manual

Accessories

Accessories
For a full list of accessories, see Ventilation accessories on www.resmed.com under the Products page.
If you do not have internet access, please contact your ResMed representative.

Attaching patient circuit accessories

WARNING
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Adding or removing circuit components can adversely affect ventilation performance. ResMed
recommends performing a Learn circuit every time an accessory or component is added to or
removed from the patient circuit. If the circuit configuration is changed, the Disconnection
Alarm needs to be checked for correct operation.
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Do not use electrically conductive or anti-static air tubing.

Attaching a humidifier

A humidifier or HME is recommended for use with the Astral device.
WARNING
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For invasive ventilation, since the patient's upper respiratory system is bypassed by an artificial
airway device (for example endotracheal or tracheostomy tube) humidification of the inspired
gas is required to prevent lung injury.
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Always place the humidifier on a level surface below the level of the device and the patient to
prevent the mask and tubing filling with water.
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Only use humidifiers that comply with the relevant safety standards, including ISO 8185 and
set up the humidifier according to the manufacturer's instructions.
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Monitor the air tubing for water condensation and / or spillage from the humidifier. Use
appropriate precautions to prevent water in the circuit transferring to the patient (eg, a water
trap).
For non-invasive ventilation, for patient experiencing dryness of the nose, throat or mouth, humidification
of the inspired gas will prevent subsequent irritation and discomfort.
CAUTION
Make sure that the water tub is empty and thoroughly dried before transporting the humidifier.
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