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Description
The NIPPY ST+ is a pressure controlled, bi-level ventilator. It compresses ambient
air and delivers it to the patient through a close fitting nasal mask. The output
pressure, can be adjusted by controls on the fascia panel. The Pressure, and all
settings are displayed on a colour LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) screen.
The screen can be set to dim after a pre-set time (accessed via the user preferences
in the main menu). To restore the display, press any button once.
The basic ventilator settings can be achieved using the four buttons to the left of the
display. The three buttons to the right of the display provide access to more
advanced features and adjustments (accessed via a menu).
For greater safety and convenience the NIPPY ST+ may be equipped with an
internal battery. The ventilator is capable of recharging both the internal battery and
an external battery when running from the mains electrical supply.
There are 2 modes of ventilation:-
CPAP
(Continuous Positive Airway Pressure) Constant positive
pressure is applied via the mask. No respiratory support is
given in this mode.
Pressure Support
IPAP (Inspiratory positive airway pressure) and EPAP
(Expiratory positive airway pressure) are set by the
physician. The ventilator augments the patient’s
spontaneous breathing. An adjustable back-up respiratory
rate takes over in the absence of an inspiratory trigger from
the patient. Ti is limited to a maximum of 3.0 seconds and
minimum of 0.7 seconds.
