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RESPIRATORY PRODUCT GALLERY
CONSERVING DEVICES
Victor Medical/Conserver
O2 N Demand II
- now available in 7-pound universal-style case
- features pneumatic operating system
- compact design allows patient mobility
Call 800/382-8187.
Web site: www.victormed.com
Circle 500 or visit www.homecaremag.com for company information.
Allied Healthcare/Conserver
Mini Liberty
- designed to engage when patient starts to breathe and turns off when cannula is removed
- display panel features flashing green light to confirm oxygen delivery
- all-brass construction weighs 14.7 ounces and is powered by one AA battery
Call 800/444-0105.
Web site: www.alliedhpi.com
Circle 499 or visit www.homecaremag.com for company information.
Responsive Respiratory/Conserver
Respond O2 Ultra-light Conserver System
- features carbon-composite cylinders coupled with pneumatic conserver
- portable system lasts 12.5 hours at 1 liter per minute
- total system weighs 3.8 pounds
Call 866/333-4030.
Web site: www.respondo2.com
Circle 498 or visit www.homecaremag.com for company information.
OXIMETERS
Smiths Medical PM/Finger Oximeter
BCI Digit
- pulse oximeter and sensor in one unit, designed to provide fast SpO
2 , pulse rate and pulse strength measurements - pocketsize oximeter has large LED display for use in light or dark environments
- has auto-power shutdown after eight seconds when not in use; designed for institutional and home use
Call 800/558-2345.
Web site: www.smiths-medical.com
Circle 494 or visit www.homecaremag.com for company information.
Nellcor/Oximeter
OxiMax NPB-75 Handheld Capnograph and Pulse Oximeter
- portable, handheld unit
- compatible with OxiMax pulse oximetry sensors
- designed for spot-checks and continuous monitoring in a variety of settings
Call 800/635-5267.
Web site: www.nellcor.com
Circle 493 or visit www.homecaremag.com for company information.
CONCENTRATORS
AirSep Corp./Oxygen Concentrator
QuietLife 5
- low-decibel, low-power-consumption unit delivers continuous-flow oxygen for prescriptions up to 5 liters per minute
- available with or without an oxygen monitor
- features a double-insulated cabinet and alarms for power failure, high and low pressure and battery test
Call 888/874-0202.
Web site: www.airsep.com
Circle 450 or visit www.homecaremag.com for company information.
OxLife/Concentrator
Excel
- features 3 liters of continuous-flow oxygen
- designed for continued, everyday use at home or away
- features recessed controls, low/high pressure alarms and durable construction
Call 800/780-2616.
Web site: www.oxlife.com
Circle 496 or visit www.homecaremag.com for company information.
Glenn Medical Systems/Oxygen Concentrator
AERO 590 with Humidiflow
- features built-in humidifier
- designed to remove 90 percent of humidity from inlet air
- indicator light signals when oxygen concentration falls below normal levels
Call 800/394-0173.
Web site: www.glennmedical.com
Circle 497 or visit www.homecaremag.com for company information.
SLEEP THERAPY/MASKS
Hans Rudolph/Mask Accessory
Sensa Seal
- optional button-on mask sealing flange
- designed to allow five more half-sizes in addition to existing size range of vented and non-vented masks
- acts as a second-layer, silicone-membrane seal
Call 800/456-6695.
Web site: www.rudolphkc.com
Circle 488 or visit www.homecaremag.com for company information.
Respironics/Bi-Level
BiPAP Pro 2 with Bi-Flex
- features bi-level pressures to 25 cm H
2 O designed to treat severe OSA - features Digital Auto-Trak Sensitivity designed to trigger cycling between inspiratory and expiratory pressures
- can be integrated with Respironics Heated Humidifier
Call 800/345-6443.
Web site: www.respironics.com
Circle 478 or visit www.homecaremag.com for company information.
Invacare/Mask
Twilight CPAP Mask
- features solid mask shell design with silicone nasal cushion
- available in standard and large sizes; designed for greater flexibility to offer different cushion size without replacing entire mask
- mask's main swivel rotates 360 degrees
Call 800/333-6900.
Web site: www.invacare.com
Circle 487 or visit www.homecaremag.com for company information.
Sunrise Medical/Mask
Shallow Size Devilbiss FlexAire Mask
- designed to fit wider, flatter nasal profiles
- features 360-degree hose connection swivel able to be locked in upright position
- features quick-release connection and tusks designed for removal without detaching headgear
Call 800/333-4000.
Web site: www.sunrisemedical.com
Circle 484 or visit www.homecaremag.com for company information.
ResMed/Mask
Mirage Activa Nasal Mask
- designed to provide a comfortable, leak-free seal for active sleepers
- features ActiveCell auto-stabilizing cushion technology
- designed to require minimal tightening of headgear
Call 800/424-0737
Web site: www.resmed.com
Circle 485 or visit www.homecaremag.com for company information.
InnoMed/CPAP Interface System
Nasal-PAP Freestyle
- lightweight system features individual nasal sections
- available in seven sizes
- designed to provide an airtight, leak-free seal
Call 800/200-9842.
Web site: www.innomedinc.com
Circle 486 or visit www.homecaremag.com for company information.
Fisher & Paykel/Mask
HC407
- features lightweight, compact facial cushion designed to cover less skin area
- features a glider strap designed to allow greater movement during sleep
- contoured silicone seal intended for noses of every shape and size
Call 800/446-3908.
Web site: www.fphcare.com
Circle 483 or visit www.homecaremag.com for company information.
PURIFIERS & FILTERS
CareFore Medical/Concentrator Filters
CF500, CF600 and CF700
- intake bacteria filters for oxygen concentrators
- designed to fit all concentrator brands
- features see-through housing
Call 877/554-5400.
Web site: www.careforemedical.com
Circle 489 or visit www.homecaremag.com for company information.
Blueair/In-Room Air Purifier
Model 601
- features HEPASilent filtration
- designed for room capacity up to 679 square feet
- Clean Air Delivery Rates of more than 450 for pollen and more than 400 for dust
Call 888/258-3247.
Web site: www.blueair.com
Circle 490 or visit www.homecaremag.com for company information.
VENTILATORS
Impact Instrumentation/Ventilator
Uni-Vent Eagle Model 754
- portable, self-contained design
- features internal compressor, apnea backup ventilation and full alarms and graphics package
- modes of operations available with PEEP or Sigh technology
Call 800/969-0750.
Web site: www.impactinstrumentation.com
Circle 476 or visit www.homecaremag.com for company information.
Newport Medical/Ventilator
HT50
- features internal battery intended for up to 10 hours of operation
- designed for children and adults
- features pressure support, back-up ventilation and built-in PEEP/CPAP
Call 800/451-3111.
Web site: www.NewportNMI.com
Circle 449 or visit www.homecaremag.com for company information.
PORTABLE SYSTEMS
Cramer Decker Medical/Portable Emergency Oxygen
CDEOS Portable Emergency O2 Pack
- features durable, water-resistant materials
- designed to be converted into backpack or shoulder pack
- includes oxygen regulator, cylinder and masks
Call 877/222-0200.
Web site: www.cramerdeckermedical.com
Circle 491 or visit www.homecaremag.com for company information.
Flotec/Portable Oxygen Delivery System
Flopac
- internal pressure gauge shows three glow-in-the-dark zones for readability in low light
- manual shutoff valve prevents cylinder from venting through the regulator when not in use
- 24 different flow ranges available
Call 800/401-1723.
Web site: www.floteco2.com
Circle 430 or visit www.homecaremag.com for company information.
OTHER RESPIRATORY PRODUCTS
CHAD Therapeutics/Oxygen Delivery System
TOTAL O2 Delivery System
- designed to function as both a stationary and portable oxygen source
- for use with any CHAD oxygen conserver
- features convenient in-home filling mechanism
Call 800/423-8870.
Web site: www.totalO2.com
Circle 495 or visit www.homecaremag.com for company information.
Maxtec/Oxygen Analyzer
MAXO2 +
- features one-touch calibration and 5000-hour battery life
- has large LCD and ergonomic design
- design includes calibration and low-battery replacement reminders
Call 800/748-5355.
Web site: www.maxtecinc.com
Circle 481 or visit www.homecaremag.com for company information.
Ferraris Respiratory/Peak Flow Meter
Pocket Peak
- features durable sliding zone indicators
- designed to allow monitoring of airflow changes
- features standard red, yellow and green zone readings
Call 800/574-7374.
Web site: www.ferrarisrespiratory.com
Circle 479 or visit www.homecaremag.com for company information.
Western Medica/Oxygen Conserving Regulator
Tru-Dose
- designed to combine oxygen delivery and conservation in one unit
- features compact aluminum regulator with brass high-pressure chamber
- available with 11 flow settings with conserving ratios up to 3 to 1
Call 800/783-7890.
Web site: www.westernenterprises.com
Circle 477 or visit www.homecaremag.com for company information.
Roscoe Medical/Cylinder Bag
Vented Vertical Cylinder Bag
- features mesh panels designed to allow safe ventilation
- designed to fit five cylinder sizes: A, M6, ML6, M7 or C
- interior Velcro straps designed to ensure cylinder stays securely in place
Call 800/376-7263.
Web site: www.roscoemedical.com
Circle 475 or visit www.homecaremag.com for company information.
Maril Products/Disinfecting Products
Control III
- designed to disinfect sleep masks, tubing and other devices; effective against a range of bacterial, viral and fungal pathogens
- contains no alcohol and is compatible with plastic material
- solution can be poured down the drain
Call 800/546-7711.
Circle 447 or visit www.homecaremag.com for company information.
Inogen/Oxygen Source
Inogen One
- designed to function as both a stationary and portable oxygen source
- eliminates the need to exchange and refill tanks
- pending 510(k) clearance; not yet for sale in the United States
Call 866/765-2800.
Web site: www.inogen.net
Circle 440 or visit www.homecaremag.com for company information.
Medical Device Group/Nasal Cannula
Quick and Easy
- designed to fit any size patient
- ear loops, molded like high-quality sunglasses, adjust to fit patient
- features a clip to secure tubing and keep the weight of the tubing off the patient's face
Call 888/575-6341.
Web site: www.medicaldevicegroup.com
Circle 448 or visit www.homecaremag.com for company information.
J.H. Emerson/Airway Clearance Device
CoughAssist
- mechanical in-exsufflator (MI-E) features noninvasive airway clearance device
- designed for patients with neuromuscular disease or paralysis of respiratory muscles
- designed to enhance or replace natural removal of bronchial secretions
Call 800/252-1414.
Web site: www.coughassist.com
Circle 480 or visit www.homecaremag.com for company information.
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