FOCUS: Journal for Respiratory Care Managers and Educators articles from January 2001

FOCUS: Journal for Respiratory Care Managers and Educators archives from January 2001

CO Monitor for Smoking Cessation.
January 1, 2001... The EC50 Micro III "Smokerlyzer" is the most user-friendly, accurate and rapid lung-breath Carbon Monoxide (CO) and bloodstream Carboxyhemoglobin (COHb) monitoring system yet developed. The Smokerlyzer can show the immediate dangers of smoking,...

Next Generation Spirometer.
January 1, 2001... Micro Direct, Inc. is pleased to introduce a new addition to our growing line of spirometer. The next generation SuperSpiro combines all of the features of a PC-based spirometer with the convenience and ease-of-use of a portable desktop system....

Bayer Rapidlab 800.
January 1, 2001... Balancing your critical care testing needs - Get complete critical care testing - all on one instrument, all from one sample. Bayer Diagnostics' Rapidlab 800 critical care analyzer is designed to meet the high-volume demands of today's...

Airflow Pressure Transducer.
January 1, 2001... Bio-logic's lightweight, Airflow Pressure Transducer works on the basis of pressure not temperature so it can detect shallow breathing where temperature related transducers remain substantially unchanged. This solid-state pressure transducer...

Second-Generation ABG Analyzer.
January 1, 2001... The ABL[TM]77 provides unmatched speed and simplicitiy at the point-of-care. RADIOMETER's new second-generation analyzer offers improved testing performance in the tradition of our bench-top analyzers in a portable and virtualy maintenance-free...

Versatile Ventilator.
January 1, 2001... A new Interactive Product Guide for the Newport E100M ventilator is now available providing comprehensive product information and a completely functional 'virtual' E100M ventilator that allows viewers to adjust controls, set alarms and test...

Disposable SpO2 Finger Probes.
January 1, 2001... Maxtec, Inc. Salt Lake City, announces the distribution of its EnviteC line of Disposable SpO2 Finger Probes. Featuring a unique pre-aligned design that ensures accurate sensor placement and sensor functionality. The application tapes maximize...

Customizable KOKO Spirometer.
January 1, 2001... The KoKo Spirometer is powered by the most comprehensive software available. Customizable design allows user to adapt performance to the level of sophistication required. Utilizes a brass "Fleish-Type" pnuemotach, proven to provide unparalleled...

Filters for Spirometers & PF Labs.
January 1, 2001... We offer the four leading manufacturers of viral filters, therefore we can guarantee to fit any spirometer or PF Lab. As the leading national distributor we can also guarantee the lowest prices. We ship the same day that you order. Overnight...

Software for Ventilator Testing/Research.
January 1, 2001... DirecWin is a versatile software package designed expressly for respiratory research and ventilator testing. It is designed to work with the Direc series of signal conditioners from Raytech Instruments and provides unprecedented flexibility...

SHERIDAN ET Tubes from Hudson RCI.
January 1, 2001... The SHERIDAN endotracheal tube line including the SHERIDAN/HVT [R] high volume tapered, SHERIDAN/CF [R] close fitting, SHERIDAN PRE-FORMED [TM], SHERIDAN UNCUFFED [TM] and SPIRAL-FLEX [R] reinforced tubes offer the features you need at an...

PC-Based Holter and More.
January 1, 2001... HOLTER for WINDOWS [R] features arrhythmia templating, multiple editing modes plus bi-directional superimposition and paging. Ambulatory Pulse Oximetry and 12-Lead ECG analyses plus comprehensive Pacer, QTd, and HRV reports are offered. New...

Innovative Carbon Monoxide Monitor.
January 1, 2001... The Micro Direct SmokeCheck is an innovative Carbon Monoxide monitor designed as a simple screening test for cigarette consumption. Used for all types of smoking cessation programs, the SmokeCheck combines accuracy and simplicity at an...

New [O.sub.2] Consumption Measuring Device.
January 1, 2001... SensorMedics' VmaxST offers the medical, research, and fitness professional new technology to assess oxygen consumption with a portable metabolic device. Now test subjects outside the laboratory where they perform their true exercise. The...

New Easy Blood Gas Analyzer.
January 1, 2001... The introduction of the new EasyBloodGas marks a series of new blood gas analyzers that will supplement the existing line of Medica EasyLyte (electrolyte) analyzers. The EasyBloodGas Analyzer is a fully automatic, closed blood gas system, which...

LO2 Alert - Low Pressure Gauge.
January 1, 2001... The LO2 ALERT from The Source Enterprise Inc. is a standard pressure gauge with a built in audible and visual alarm. When your tank pressure reaches 500 PSI or less the gauge triggers an audible buzzer and a flashing red light. The LO2 ALERT is...

Versatile Alarm Solutions.
January 1, 2001... VersAlarm-M is the most flexible, most repliable, remote alarm enhancement system available.. .anywhere. VersAlarm-M provides dedicated alarm enhancement for Positive and Negative Pressure Ventilators, CPAP Systems, Heart Monitors, Pulse...

Sleep Medicine Audio Tapes.
January 1, 2001... The School of Sleep Medicine, Inc. has developed audio tapes to provide information for health care professionals about sleep. Lectures include a review of normal human sleep, the sleep laboratory evaluation, sleep disorders diagnosis and...

Bayer's New Rapidpoint[R] 400 POC System.
January 1, 2001... Bayer's New Rapidpoint[R] 400 POC System is a sophisticated whole blood analysis system designed for point of care testing while also satisfying central lab requirements. A single, multiple use measurement cartridge contains sampling unit,...

New Oxygen Indicator.
January 1, 2001... The new sensorless oxygen indicator you've heard so much about is here! PRO2Check provides precise and reliable readings for checking oxygen concentrators. PRO2Check's ability to be calibrated and verified against USP oxygen makes it unique and...

Full Featured "LapTop" Ventilators.
January 1, 2001... Pulmonetic Systems' LTV Series of "laptop" size ventilators weighs less than 13 pounds with the advantages of much larger and more expensive systems. With therapy flexibility in mind, the LTV1000 [TM] and the LTV950 [TM] can he used for...

Intubation Confirmation...Keep it simple.
January 1, 2001... EID [R] Esophageal Intubation Detector takes advantage of the anatomical differences between the trachea and esophagus and does not depend on adequate blood circulation to confirm proper ETT placement. EID is endorsed by the 2000 ACLS...

Roche AVL OMNI [TM] Modular System.
January 1, 2001... A line of fully automated, bench-top blood gas analyzers, the AVL OMNI Systems offers optional menu additions for centralized and decentralized hospital testing. The AVL OMNI System delivers: * High volume blood gas testing * Fully...

New Adhesive Products.
January 1, 2001... Hy-Tape International, Inc. distributes the popular Hy-Tape [R], The Original Pink Tape [R] Latex Free. Hy-Tape is a waterproof, washable adhesive that is perfect for extended wear yet is gentle to the skin and removes easily. Hy-Tape is also...

Electronic Stethoscope.
January 1, 2001... 3M introduces the new 3M[TM]Littmann[TM] Electronic Stethoscope Model 2000. Auscultation technology taken to a new level. It makes difficult sounds easier to hear with up to four times the amplification (15-20dB) of conventional stethoscopes...

New Lightweight Oxygen Conserver.
January 1, 2001... CHAD Therapeutics offers the new, lightweight OXYMATIC[R] 411A (OM-411A) electronic oxygen conserver. The OM-411A contains a new aluminum body regulator with brass components, offering significant weight savings and eliminating the need for...

Resuscitator with Medication Port.
January 1, 2001... Introducing the AMBU[R] MediBag[TM]: When simple ventilation isn't enough. The AMBU[R] MediBag[TM] incorporates a medication port allowing attachment of a Metered Dose Inhaler (MDI) for delivery of medications used to treat asthma and acute...

Streamlining Critical Care Testing.
January 1, 2001... Bayer Diagnostics' Rapidlab 348 delivers rapid results, accurate answers and simplified operation. The automated design maximizes precision and economy, optimizes clinician safety and delivers maximum uptime with minimal labor. In addition the...

Powerful, Portable Suction.
January 1, 2001... Impact Instrumentation, Inc.'s Vax-Pak[TM] II ultra-lite[TM] built around a miniaturized ultra high efficiency pump provides a vacuum of 550 mm/Hg. and free air flow of 36 lpm. This exceeds ISO, ASTMF-90 and AHA standards. Fitting this into a...

CO & COHb Monitoring System.
January 1, 2001... The EC50 TOXCO Breath Carbon Monoxide Monitor is a new, safe, non-invasive and approved method for screening patients for carbon monoxide poisoning. The TOXCO will measure in the range of 0-70% carboxyhemoglobin non-invasively, indicated on a...

Pocket Spacer[TM] & Pocket Chamber[TM].
January 1, 2001... Hudson RCI proudly announces the introduction of the POCKET CHAMBER and POCKET SPACER for Asthma Management. Over 40% smaller, these dramatic spacers have documented performance as effecttive as the most commonly use units! Designed with...

Roche OPTI R Analyzer.
January 1, 2001... Streamlines workflow while providing accurate results. A STAT-ready, portable blood gas and electrolyte analyzer, the OPTI R meets the needs of perfusionists and lab managers alike, offering: * Measured total hemoglobin for optimal clinical...

World's First [HO.sub.2]LTER+ [TM] Recorder.
January 1, 2001... The [HO.sub.2]LTER+[TM] Recorder allows you to capture [SpO.sub.2] Data, while simultaneously recording 2-channel Holter Data. Rozinn bridges the crucial gap in finally assuring the validity of Ambulatory Pulse Oximetry. This provides the...

Active Servo Lung Simulator.
January 1, 2001... IngMar Medical's Active Servo Lung (ASL 5000) Adult/Neonatal Breathing Simulator represents a totally new class of instrument for research and development, respiratory device testing, and advanced teaching. Cutting edge technology allows you to...

Kinetic Therapy.
January 1, 2001... KCI manufactures and distributes therapeutic products that address the complications of immobility. Our pulmonary line of products deliver Kinetic therapy [SM] ([greater than]40[degrees] side-to-side- rotation) which helps prevent and treat...

New Multi-Use Ventilator.
January 1, 2001... Newport Medical's HT50 ventilates pediatrics and adults, and is suitable for ER, sub-acute care, homecare and transport. The HT50 features an independent gas delivery system that eliminates the need for external compressed air. The VersaVolt...

Redefining Portable Spirometry.
January 1, 2001... Futuremed's SpiroBank is a pocket spirometer weighing 7 ounces. Take it anywhere for fast, accurate PFT screenings. SpiroBank will perform full loop FVC, SVC and MVV tests and make pre and post medication comparisons. It has an easy-to-read LCD...

Endotracheal Tube Stabilizer.
January 1, 2001... Vision Medical, Inc.'s ETLO Emergency Straps and Oral/Nasal Straps are designed for fast, economical, single patient use in the EMS, ER, Hospital or subacute Nursing Home Environments. It's simple contruction of durable cloth strap, Velcro...

Bayer Rapidlab 248.
January 1, 2001... Simplifying critical care testing - This efficient system delivers maximum uptime, rapid results and complete ease of use. The fully automated design readily delivers fast reliable results; reduces operator variability; and minimizes...

New DLco Simulator.
January 1, 2001... Hans Rudolph, Inc. introduces the New DLco Simulator with Easy Lab QC Software for use with single-breath carbon monoxide diffusing capacity (DLco) equipment. The 5560 Series Simulator allows for checking the accuracy and variability of a DLco...

New Needlestick Prevention Materials.
January 1, 2001... SIMS Portex, Inc., leaders in needlestick prevention and sharps safety, announces a number of new educational support materials. Two new videos for administrators and clinicians investigating and evaluating safety products to comply with new...

Gauges and Adapters.
January 1, 2001... Instrumentation Industries, Inc. is a manufacturer and distributor of a variety of gauges and adapters to measure and monitor airway pressure on the spontaneously and mechanically ventilated patient. To help extend the useful life of your...

[0] Kinetic Therapy.
January 1, 2001... KCI manufactures and distributes therapeutic products that address the complications of immobility. Our pulmonary line of products deliver Kinetic therapy[SM] ([greater than]40[degrees] side-to-side- rotation) which helps prevent and treat...

AsthmaMentor[R] Peak Flow Meter.
January 1, 2001... AsthmaMentor[R] automatically calculates peak flow zones and helps clinicians teach patients how to comply with medication instructions. The exclusive built-in AutoZone[TM] System automatically calculates green, yellow, and red zones when the...

New Tracheostomy Tube Holder.
January 1, 2001... Trach care made simple. The Dale[R] Tracheostomy Tube Holder stabilizes tracheostomy tubes without the frustrations associated with twill ties or tape. The latex-free holder is an infinitely adjustable two piece neckband that fits comfortably...

Homecare [O.sub.2] Analyzer.
January 1, 2001... MSA Instrument Division introduces the new MiniOx[R] 1A Oxygen Analyzer for the homecare market. This diagnostic tool is used by homecare dealers to spotcheck oxygen concentrators. It also serves as a troubleshooting device for the concentrator...

Affordable PFT Filter That Works.
January 1, 2001... CDX Corporation PULMOGUARD[TM] FILTER protects patients and healthcare workers from cross-contamination. Save time and money wasted on the tedious task of disinfecting instruments. Time is wasted on disinfecting and the disinfecting materials...

Patient-Controlled Thoracic Support.
January 1, 2001... Heart Hugger[TM], by General Cardiac Technology Inc. of Santa Cruz, CA, returns control of pain management to the patient after thoracic surgery, leading to increased confidence, greater willingness to do breathing and coughing exercises and...

New Foley Catheter Tube Holder.
January 1, 2001... The Dale [R] Foley Catheter Holder stabilizes indwelling catheters without restricting patient movement or causing skin irritation. The legband is made of an exclusive latex-free stretch material that has a soft, supply backing for added skin...

New Sleep Disorder Screening Device.
January 1, 2001... The AlphaScreen is an easy-to-use, favorably priced screening device designed for ambulatory screening of sleep-related breathing disorders. The modular design and durable sensors are built for day-to-day data collection in many different...

Sleep II Analysis Made Easy.
January 1, 2001... Sleepsean II features fast, efficient methods for analyzing sleep studies with a comprehensive scoring package. Numerous editing features let you easily view data and adapt program to follow your protocols. You have the flexibility to set...

New Bi-Level Ventilation Circuits.
January 1, 2001... Intersurgical Incorporated or Liverpool, New York introduces a brand new range of smoothbore breathing circuits for bi-level ventilation. Our new circuits come in four different styles: They are available with vented or non-vented masks, with...

New Ventilator Carrying Case.
January 1, 2001... Pulmonetic Systems' is pleased to announce a new accessory for the LTV[TM] Series Ventilators - an exclusive canvas carrying case. This carrying case offers an assortment of carrying options. With the use of removable straps, the case can be...

Temporary Staffing.
January 1, 2001... RTTEMPS and RNTEMPS provide qualified Respiratory Therapy and Nursing staff for short-term or long-term assignments nationwide. Founded and operated by healthcare professionals, RTTEMPS and RNTEMPS are dedicated to meeting the staffing and...

New Monitoring Equipment - iNO.
January 1, 2001... Bedfont's new piCO Smokerlyzer[R] provides unique new features. The unit is compact, battery powered and easy to use and calibrate by non-technical staff. Readings are displayed on a simple to interpret coloured LED display that gives instant...

Valved Holding Chamber.
January 1, 2001... Ferraris Medical, Inc. introduces the Pocket Chamber[TM] valved MDI holding chamber created with simplicity, convenience and portability in mind, directs the medication plume to gently fold within the chamber, giving the effect of a larger...

New Peak Flow Meters.
January 1, 2001... Ferraris Medica,l your partner in asthma management announces an improved design of its popular POCKETPEAK[R] peak flow meter. The personal, easy-to-use POCKETPEAK[R] now comes equipped with new durable, sliding zone indicators. These colorful...

New Ambulatory Recorder.
January 1, 2001... Stellate Systems is proud to introduce the BIOSACA recording device for neurology, cardiology and sleep disorders. The BIOSACA is a unique, portable system for the recording and monitoring of up to 22 channels of data for sleep analysis. Using...

Cost-effective Replacement Sensors.
January 1, 2001... Beta Biomed offers high quality, cost effective repair, rebuild or replacement of all major manufacturers of PULSE OX FINGER SENSOR CABLES. All work carries a one-year warranty. We are the only facility that offers conversions. We can convert...

Cardiopulmonary Diagnostic System.
January 1, 2001... Collins Medical, a member of the Ferraris CardioRespiratory group, offers the new CPL/BPD System for complete lung function measurements. The CPL enables the measurement of the full complement of gases associated with PFT and Gas Exchange. The...

Hand-Held [CO.sub.2]/[SpO.sub.2] Monitor.
January 1, 2001... The SIMS BCI, Inc. Capnocheck[R] II Hand-Held [CO.sub.2]/[SpO.sub.2] Monitor provides measurements of End Tidal [CO.sub.2] respiration rate, [SpO.sub.2] and pulse rate with [N.sub.2]O compensation, for all patients from pediatric to adult. The...

Gastrolyzer Breath Hydrogen Monitor.
January 1, 2001... The redesigned Bedfont EC60 Gastrolyzer (portable breath hydrogen monitor) is a quick and reliable way of diagnosing gastro-intestinal disorders. It is a non-invasive, clinically-proven instrument which allows ease of sampling at a low cost per...

Breakthrough POC Testing.
January 1, 2001... Radiometer's new NPT[TM]7 is a breakthrough in Point-of-Care technology. Revolutionay dri-tek[TM] technology makes NPT7 perfect for POC testing NPT7 is always ready to use -- the curvette loading system is fully automated, so there is no...

Post-Sternotomy Pain Management.
January 1, 2001... Heart Hugger[TM], by General Cardiac Technology Inc. of Santa Cruz, CA, is an adjustable support harness which helps keep patients on the clinical pathway after thoracic surgery by letting them control their pain. Whenever patients need to...

Home Disinfection Training Kit.
January 1, 2001... Control III Elite is a ready-to-use EPA approved detergent and disinfectant in one. Elite is effective against TB as well as other bacteria, fungi, and viruses, including HIV-l. A 10-minute contact time is recommended for disinfection....

Digital Hand-Held Pulse Oximeter.
January 1, 2001... The SIMS BCI, Inc. MiniCorr Hand-Held Pulse Oximeter provides SpO2 and pulse rate monitoring on patients from neonate to adult. The device is battery or AC powered, has adjustable alarm limits as well as visible and audible alarm signals. It...

Cool Pass-Over Humidifier.
January 1, 2001... Tiara Medical Systems, Inc. is proud to introduce the all-new Velocity[TM] Humidifier. The Velocity[TM], a cool pass-over humidifier, has a patented baffling system that allows greater interaction between the air and water. With this...

Advanced Portable Ventilator.
January 1, 2001... Impact Instrumentation, Inc. manufactures the Uni-Vent[TM] Series of Portable Ventilators and the Uni-Vent[TM] Series of Automatic Resuscitators. The Model 754 Eagle[TM] ventilator is the most advanced portable ventilator available. Features...

Portable Digital O2 Analyzer.
January 1, 2001... Oxigraf's new Portable Model O2T is a truly rugged portable, oxygen specific, analyzer designed to meet the accuracy and precision requirements for the medical and transfill oxygen industry. (INCLUDES CARRYING CASE, BATTERY, MOBILE ADAPTER, and...

OptiChamber[R]Valved Holding Chamber.
January 1, 2001... OptiChamber[R] was designed to optimize delivery of MDI medications, as well as optimize value with its many unique features. Size-optimized chamber (218 ml volume) provides greater fine particle dose output than other smaller chambers. The...

[0] Homecare [O.sub.2] Analyzer.
January 1, 2001... MSA Instrument Division introduces the new MiniOX [R] JA Oxygen Analyzer for the homecare market. This diagnostic tool is used by homecare dealers to spotcheck oxygen concentrators. It also serves as a troubleshooting device for the...

Home Polysomnograghy System.
January 1, 2001... The Sleepscan Traveler provides diagnostic-quality, multiple day recordings with your choice of 8, 19 or 27 channel models. Only Bio-logic offers the patented SmartPack [TM] method for on-line data compression extending disk storage capacity...

3M[TM] LITTMANN[TM] STETHOSCOPES.
January 1, 2001... 3M Center, Building 275-4E-01 St. Paul MN 55144-1000 The Littmann brand is your assurance of unsurpassed quality. It is the brand that's renowned worldwide for precision, acoustical superiority, innovative design and exceptional...

ACKRAD LABORATORIES, INC.
January 1, 2001... 70 Jackson Drive Cranford NJ 07016 Ackrad Laboratories has manufactured unique respiratory products for over ten years. Ackrad's four key respiratory products are: inca - Our Neonatal Nasal CPAP systems provide a secure and...

ADVANCED RESPIRATORY.
January 1, 2001... 1020 West County Road F St. Paul MN 55126 Advanced Respiratory is the manufacturer and distributor of The Vest[TM] Airway Clearance System, a medical device designed to provide airway clearance for patients with chronic conditions that...

AGA LINDE HEALTHCARE.
January 1, 2001... 6055 Rockside Woods Blvd Cleveland OH 44131-2329 AGA Linde Healthcare, a global leader in medical gas therapeutics and diagnostics. AGA Linde Healthcare supplies gases and gas mixtures for therapy, calibration, biological culture...

AGILENT TECHNOLOGIES.
January 1, 2001... 3000 Minuteman Road Andover MA 01810 Trendcare[TM] Continuous Blood Gas Monitor continuous blood gas monitor delivers respiratory and metabolic information for high-acuity patients in ICU and surgical settings. The technology provides...

AIR LIFT OXYGEN CARRIERS.
January 1, 2001... 1212 Kerr Gulch Evergreen CO 80439 With over 35 years of innovation in soft-sided carriers, Air Lift designs, manufactures and sells carriers for portable oxygen systems, medical technician bags for home health professionals and custom...

AIRBORNE LIFE SUPPORT SYSTEMS.
January 1, 2001... 8508 Cross Park Drive Austin TX 78754 Airborne Life Support Systems manufactures infant transport incubators for use in ambulances and aircraft as well as in-house transport. We can configure your incubator to your exact specifications...

AIRSEP CORPORATION.
January 1, 2001... 401 Creekside Drive Buffalo NY 14228 As the leader in oxygen concentrator technology, AirSep Corporation's ever-expanding product line of conserving devices, nebulizers, CPAPs and masks and oximetry systems are economical and easy to use...

ALLEGIANCE HEALTHCARE CORPORATION.
January 1, 2001... 1500 Waukegan Road McGaw Park IL 60085 Across the entire care continuum, AirLife is the name for quality, reliability and commitment to customers. Our products are in use in every facet of respiratory treatment. AirLife offers a...

ALLIED HEALTHCARE PRODUCTS, INC.
January 1, 2001... 1720 Sublette Avenue St. Louis MO 63110 For more than 60 years Allied Healthcare Products has been an industry leader in the manufacture of medical products and equipment, currently including Chemetron[R] and Oxequip[R] medical gas...

A-M SYSTEMS, INC.
January 1, 2001... PO Box 850 Carlsborg WA 98324 A-M Systems manufactures a wide range of cost-effective medical supplies for use in pulmonary function testing. Single-use, disposable plastic-coated Mouthpieces prevent adhesion of the mouthpiece to...

AMBU, INC.
January 1, 2001... 611 N. Hammonds Ferry Road Linthicum MD 21090 Manual ventilation via the Bag-Valve-Mask resuscitator has been a mainstay in Anesthesia, Respiratory Therapy and Emergency Medicine. Ambu is proud to be the manufacturer of the original...