Resuscitator bag exhaust port with CO.sub.2 indicator
US6058933A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 3, 1998 |
| Grant date | May 9, 2000 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 3, 2018 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M2230/432
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A carbon dioxide indicator in an exhaust port of a resuscitator assembly. The carbon dioxide indicator is preferably in a removable insert for ease of maintenance and replacement. Breath-to-breath indications are provided by either exposing the indicator to the ambient air at the exhaust port, or diverting a portion of the fresh air or gases provided to the patient.
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