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SEL Number: 09ME-02-VENT
Title: Ventilators


Last Updated: 11/30/2023 2:08:10 PM

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Description: Positive pressure ventilators that deliver regulated volumes of oxygen to patients requiring invasive respiratory support. Adult and pediatric applications. (Note: Includes previous item 09MS-02-VENT).

ImportantFeatures: Electrical (plug-in), battery and gas powered devices are available.

Operating Considerations: All devices and carrying cases should be impervious to infectious fluids and should offer adjustable rate and tidal volumes. Consider adult and pediatric applications; disposable adjuncts and related costs; storage and transport requirements. Devices should be easy to use, and offer both audible and visual over-pressure alarms.

Device requires special batteries supplied by manufacturers. Note battery life and need for electrical recharging units during protracted incidents. See also 09MS-02-VENT.

Training Requirements: Core Training: ASTM F1031-22, NFPA
National Fire Protection Association
450, NFPA
National Fire Protection Association
470 (within medical scope of practice).
Initial Training: Minimal (<1 day)
Sustainment Training: Minimal (<1 day) per certification cycle

Mandatory Standards:

Applicable Standards and References:


MSSL:
  • Medical: Advanced Life Support
  • Medical: Pre-Hospital
  • Medical: Hospital
  • Medical: Disaster Stockpile