Philips Respironics V60, User Manual

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Chapter 1. Warnings, cautions, and notes
Before using the Respironics V60/V60 Plus Ventilator on a patient, familiarize
yourself with this user manual, particularly the safety considerations listed. Be
aware, however, that this manual is a reference only. It is not intended to
supersede your institution’s protocol regarding the safe use of assisted
ventilation.
Definitions
WARNING: Alerts the user to the possibility of injury, death, or other serious adverse
reactions associated with the use or misuse of the device.
CAUTION: Alerts the user to the possibility of a problem with the device
associated with its use or misuse, such as device malfunction, device
failure, damage to the device, or damage to other property.
NOTE: Emphasizes information of particular importance.
General
WARNING: Always have immediate access to an alternative means of ventilation. If
there is a ventilator failure, immediately remove the ventilator from use
and secure an alternative means of ventilation, such as a self-inflating,
manually powered resuscitator and mask. Failure to do so can result in
patient injury or death.
WARNING: Use the Respironics V60/V60 Plus Ventilator on spontaneously breathing
patients only. It is an assist ventilator and is intended to augment the
ventilation of a spontaneously breathing patient. It is not intended to
provide the total ventilatory requirements of the patient.
WARNING: We do not recommend you use the Respironics V60/V60 Plus Ventilator
on patients who require ventilation at predetermined tidal volumes. The
ventilator provides continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) and
positive pressure ventilation (S/T, PCV, AVAPS, and PPV) and is indicated
for assisted ventilation only. These modes do not provide ventilation with
guaranteed tidal volume delivery.