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3. OVERVIEW
3.1 Product Description
The eAdvantage® system is an electronically controlled, gas pressure-operated
mixer, capable of functioning with either mains supply or battery power. It is
designed for self-administered delivery, providing an adjustable concentration of
a nitrous oxide and oxygen (N2O/O2) mixture. This on-demand fl ow system is
specifi cally intended for conscious patients who are breathing spontaneously, and
it includes a unique patient circuit with a monitoring line.
Note:
This device shall be used by the patient under the guidance of qualifi ed
personnel trained in its use.
Intended Patient Population:
Conscious, spontaneously breathing patients who can comprehend the
instructions, understand verbal commands, and self-administer the prescribed
analgesic gas mixture.
3.2 Principles of Operation
The eAdvantage® system is an electronically controlled, gas pressure-operated
mixer, capable of functioning with either mains supply or battery power. It is
designed for self-administered delivery, providing an adjustable concentration
of a nitrous oxide and oxygen (N2O/O2) mixture. This on-demand fl ow system
is specifi cally intended for conscious patients who are breathing spontaneously,
and it includes a unique patient circuit with a monitoring line. The device has
a single control knob serving a dual purpose. It is used for both powering the
device ON or OFF and for navigating and adjusting setting selections. When it
is turned ON, and the device auto-calibration is completed, the display changes
to the operation screen with Demand Flow mode set at 50%-50% mixture as
the default setting. The gas mixture output can be selected on the screen from
a range of percentages from 0%/100% (N
O/O
) to 70%/30% (N
O/O
) in 5%
2
2
2
2
increments.
The built-in gas-specifi c alarm system will trigger visual and audible alerts
if either the nitrous oxide or oxygen input pressure drops below 45 PSI.
Furthermore, the device will automatically shut o if the oxygen input pressure
falls below 21 PSI.
Additionally, the eAdvantage® includes an oxygen fl ush function, enabling
healthcare providers to deliver a constant fl ow of 100% oxygen to the patient.
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