AutoVent 2000

Fulton County EMS

In-Service Training

Overview• The AutoVent 2000 delivers between 8 to 15 BPM

• The Tidal Volume can be adjusted between 400ml and 1200ml

• Visual Indicator during inspiration gas flow

• Non-adjustable pressure limit alarm•

Connections• Hand tighten connections only

• The oxygen high pressure line should be connected to an outlet that provides 50 psig

• Be sure to open valve slowly as to not blow out seals

Ventilator Testing• Set the BVM control knob to 12• Set the Tidal Volume to 800 ml.• Count the number of complete cycles for one minute

• Should be 12 delivered with 2 second inspiration and 3 expiration per breath

• Occlude the end of the Patient Valve Assembly as shown…

An audible pressure limit alarm should sound after the ventilator cycles indicating the pressure limit has been reached

USE• Set the volume to equal 8 to 10 ml for every kg of body

weight. i.e 80 kg equal 800ml on dial

• The AutoVent 2000 is not recommended for persons under 40 kg

• Set the BPM control knob to desired setting• The AutoVent 2000 may be used with both a standard

resuscitation mask or endotracheal tube or tracheostomy tube that is in place

Connect to Patient• Use with a standard

resuscitation mask – after airway has been established and initial control module setting have been made install the mask on the outlet adapter of the Patient Valve Assembly and place on patient.

• Check frequently for signs of vomiting. If vomiting occurs remove mask and clear obstructions then resume ventilation.

Connect to Patient• Use on patients with an

endotracheal tube or trachesotomy tube – after initial control module setting have been made, connect the Patient Valve Assembly directly to the tube adapter (15mm inside diameter, 22 mm outside diameter)

• Be aware of the weight of the Patient Valve Assembly and the possibility of tube displacement.

Check the Following• BPM – Count the number of breaths delivered to the

patient for one full minute. If you need to increase or decrease the rate adjust the BPM control knob accordingly then verify by counting again.

• Tidal Volume – Observe patient for adequate chest rise and fall. Chest fall should be normal and equal on both sides. If chest does not rise, check the airway and equipment for proper settings.

Pressure Limit

• If the pressure limit sounds during inspiratory phase and adequate chest movement does not occur, an increase in airway resistance, a blocked airway and/or stiff lung is indicated.

• Disconnect the patient from the ventilator and attempt to ventilate via other means if adjustments do not result in satisfactory ventilation of the patient.

Oxygen Flow• The ventilator with deliver 100% source gas to the

patient on demand up to 36 lpm as indicated below. Any volume required by the patient in excess of the source gas flow rate will be supplied by ambient air

Tidal Volume Flow (LPM)

400 12

600 18

800 24

1000 30

1200 36

Spontaneous Breathing

• The patient valve allows spontaneous breathing upon demand if the patient makes an inspiratory effort of -2cm of H2O.

• If spontaneous breathing becomes adequate decrease the BPM to “0” However monitor closely if the patient’s respirations slow, become shallow or labored, return to initial automatic ventilator settings immediately.

P.E.E.P• If P.E.E.P. (Positive End Expiratory Pressure) is desired,

hen attach one end of the fles tube to the Patient Valve Assembly and the other end to the inlet port on the Non-Rebreathing Valve. Then attach a P.E.E.P. product in the port

Cleaning - Control Module• Leave hosed attached, do not submerge but use clean

cloth with detergent solution to wipe down. Using second cloth with 80% isopropyl alcohol or other cold chemical disinfecting solution, wipe entire surface and dry with clean cloth.

Cleaning - Patient Valve Assembly• Patient Valve Assembly – Remove

outlet adaptor from the Patient Valve Assembly and Clean all debris with

mild soap solution and rinse. Immerse the outlet adapter in a disinfectant for a minimum of 10 minutes. Rinse and dry

• Inspect entire unit and reassemble and test unit prior to placing back into service

Cleaning procedures must be performed in environment free of oil and petroleum based products.

Questions?