7.7
Catheter check
Important: the catheter check works only with a patient
catheter (drain) in the interpleural space.
– The catheter check is only active if the air leak is 0 ml/min.
– Follow instructions on screen.
– A pressure difference from minimal 3 cmH
inspiration [
] and expiration [
leak of 0 ml/min. This pressure difference is an indication
for the respiration cycle of the patient and confirms that the
patient catheter (drain) is not clogged.
Press [
] to get into the air
leak history. Scroll to page 4/4
by pressing "Next" [
1
2
O between
2
] is displayed at an air
Patient catheter (drain)
open
Patient catheter (drain)
clogged?
This number shows the measured
maximal and minimal pressure of each
breathing cycle. This pressure is
indicated in the set pressure unit.
Preparation for use/operating instructions
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