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

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

Market or Die.
June 22, 2001... Those who read this Notes from the Dungeon column regularly, know that I rarely, if ever, use this column as a bully pulpit. Indeed, in the 11 years that I've been publishing FOCUS, I've only used my Notes column once in that way. That "once"...

GET HAPPY! - HOW TO FIND JOY AT WORK.
June 22, 2001... A happy manager and cheerful workers: What a great combination. Enthusiastic employees go out of their way to satisfy patients and physicians, accomplish higher quality work in less time, and generate new ideas. But why is a happy workplace too...

OUTPLACEMENT: A BRIDGE TO YOUR FUTURE.
June 22, 2001... Let's assume the worst: The rumors about the downsizing (or acquisition or reorganization) are true, and you're really going to lose your job. It's bad, but on the bright side you'll receive reasonable severance pay, you can extend your...

KEEPING THE OFFICE RUNNING SMOOTHLY WHILE YOU'RE AWAY.
June 22, 2001... You might be surprised at the number of times each year that you have to hit the road - and at the amount of time you spend trying to manage your office from a remote location. For example, in addition to traveling for conventions, meetings,...

NEVER SAY NEVER.(Editorial)
June 22, 2001... The last few months have been chock-full of surprises, and I do indeed intend to discuss them. However, perhaps the most shocking development - at least to me - was the announcement of a national coalition of health administrators, labor...

DISTANCE EDUCATION IN ALLIED HEALTH.
June 22, 2001... Joseph Goss NOT READY FOR PRIME TIME This article, co-authored by an educator and a graduate student, takes a broad-based look at the concept of distance education, aka distance learning. Distance education includes a whole gamut of...

PROFESSIONAL PRESENTATIONS MADE EASY!(Microsoft PowerPointsoftware)(Brief Article)
June 22, 2001... Microsoft's PowerPoint (PPT) software is one of the easiest programs to learn and can greatly enhance and polish any public speaking presentation. For management, sales, or educational presentations it can be a powerful audio-visual tool. There...

APNEA MONITORING -- Standard Of Practice Changing With The Times.
June 22, 2001... The use of the cardiorespiratory monitor, better known as an apnea monitor, has been utilized in home care for approximately three decades. Infants using early models of the apnea monitor were monitored on average from six months to one year...

THE WEANING PROBLEM FOR MANAGERS.
June 22, 2001... Whenever I enter into a conversation with an RC manager, there seems to be one and topic they wish to discuss; weaning the mechanically ventilated patient in the swiftest manner possible. I must have perused several dozen papers and articles in...

ON DOING BOOK REVIEWS.
June 22, 2001... I seems that I have been doing book reviews for most of my life. Well, at least since 1977, when I started doing them for the Respiratory Care journal. In the fall of 1995, I began my relationship with FOCUS and since then, have written 25 book...

COMMON ERRORS, COMMON SENSE SOLUTIONS.(medication error prevention)(Brief Article)
June 22, 2001... Let me relate an incident that occurred this summer with my elderly parents. My mother had just had eye surgery. Part of her post-operative care involved placing antibiotic eye drops to the affected eye. She was to keep it covered and under no...

WAKE-UP AND GET READY TO GO TO SCHOOL!(Brief Article)
June 22, 2001... This issue, let's talk about getting kids ready to go back to school. Most of you readers are parents, know people who are parents, plan to become parents, or maybe even still live with your parents and younger siblings. If that doesn't peak...

A REVIEW OF THE SENSORMEDICS 3-10/BEAR CUB 750PSV VENTILATOR.
June 22, 2001... (Principal Reviewer - Michael Czervinske RRT) The SensorMedics 3-10 is the infant ventilator with the twin identity. The 3-10 is better known to Respiratory therapists around the world and in the market as the Bear Cub 750psv. VIASYS...

NEONATAL/ADULT BREATHING SIMULATOR.(Brief Article)
June 22, 2001... lngMar Medical's ASL 5000 represents a new class of breathing simulator for research, product development, ventilator and spirometer evaluation and teaching. Cutting edge technology allows you to configure the spontaneously breathing or passive...

HOME DISINFECTION TRAINING KIT.
June 22, 2001... An introductory training package is now available for CONTROL III [R] surface and instrument home disinfecting products. This package includes educational patient materials discribing product applications and usage. Product samples with patient...

PULMONARY FUNCTION ANALYZER.(Brief Article)
June 22, 2001... The Keystone from PDS Instrumentation is a comprehensive PF Analyzer with advanced software for automation of FRC and DLCO tests. Using a vertical dry rolling seal volume spirometer, FRC, TLC and RV are determined by the steady state helium...

BRONCHIAL PROVOCATION DEVICE.
June 22, 2001... The TURBOAIRE CHALLENGER from EQUILIBRATED 810 SYSTEMS, INC. is an excellent source of portable arctic air for bronchial provocation and Exercise Induced Asthma studies. Perform bronchial challenge testing using cold air, without the wait or...

NEW PULSE OXIMETRY SENSOR.
June 22, 2001... SIMS BCI, Inc. a manufacturer and distributer of patient monitoring equipment has introduced their D.O.T. Sensor (Digit Oximeter Transducer) for use with all of their pulse oximetry products. The D.O.T. Sensor offers the convenience of a...

NONINVASIVE COUGH MACHINE.
June 22, 2001... J.H. Emerson Co., of Cambridge, MA has recently released the CoughAssist [TM] for patients with an ineffective cough. This latest version of the In-Exsufflator Cough Machine (aka Cofflator) is easy to use and features a sleek new design,...

NEW PORTABLE DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM.
June 22, 2001... Available from ResMed, the Embletta PDS (Portable Diagnostic System) is a pocketsize digital recording device that aids clinicians by making ambulatory sleep studies convenient and reliable, the Embletta records nine channels of physiological...

LATEX-FREE TAPE.
June 22, 2001... The Original Pink Tape [R] from Hy-Tape has been the medical tape of choice for hospitals, nursing homes, home healthcare and long-term care facilities since 1948. Like the original, Hy-Tape, Latex-Free has a gentle adhesive perfect for...

NEW SIMS PORTEX CATALOG.
June 22, 2001... The new SIMS Portex Inc. product catalog is now available. This comprehensive 212 page full-color catalog contains updated product and technical data pertinent to today's anesthesia, respiratory critical care, infection control, and materials...

VALUE IN PRE-OWNED EQUIPMENT.
June 22, 2001... Save 30%-40% on quality, pre-owned equipment. Excellent values on ventilators, oximeters, PFT units, end tidal CO2 monitors, oxygen monitors, cardiac monitors, stress test equipment, defibrillators and more all backed with warranties. Anderson...

A NEW BLOOD GAS ANALYZER.
June 22, 2001... Instrumentation Laboratory GEM [R] Premier 3000. Blood Gas and Electrolyte Analyzer maintains quality results through state-of-the-art planar sensors and automatic calibrations. Single component, maintenance-free, disposable multi-use...

NEW NASAL CANNULAS.
June 22, 2001... Intersurgical introduces the new full range of adult and pediatric nasal cannulas. As you have come to expect from the Intersurgical range, these product am meeting the highest standards of quality. Adult styles include straight, curved, flared...

PROFESSIONAL STAFFING SERVICES.
June 22, 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...

LO2 ALERT - LOW PRESSURE GAUGE.
June 22, 2001... The LO2 ALERT is a standard pressure gauge with a built in audio 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 suitable for hospital, transport,...

NEW RESISTIVE BREATHING TRAINING.
June 22, 2001... VMI ANNOUNCES...The Breather[R] a compact, two-piece, assembly providing inspiratory and expiratory actions for a variety of therapies including: Lung Exercises, PEP Therapy, an aid to Aerosol Inhalation or to aid Smoking Cessation. This...

HOLSTER FOR WINDOWS[R].
June 22, 2001... Features arrhythmia templating, multiple editing modes plus bi-directional superimposition and paging. Ambulatory Pulse Oximetry and 12-Lead ECG analyses plus Pacer, QTd, and HRV reports. New Recorders provide keypads, large LCD displays in 13...

O2 ANALYZERS & REPLACEMENT SENSORS.
June 22, 2001... VTI manufactures [O.sub.2] analyzers, monitors, and replacement [O.sub.2] sensors. Our monitor is a full feature unit that remains outside of the capital budget. Our [O.sub.2] analyzer has been developed for "spot checks" in instances where...

NEW VIBRATORY PEP THERAPY UNIT.
June 22, 2001... The new Acapella[TM] from DHD Healthcare provides vibratory PEP therapy which is easier to tolerate than CPT and takes less than half the time of a conventional CPT session. The Acapella[TM] can be used with a wide range of individuals, from...

SLEEP DISORDER SERVICES.
June 22, 2001... Leaders in sleep disorder, diagnostic & treatment services in the TriState/Metropolitan area (CT-NJ-NY). We partner with healthcare providers to design and manage full-service hospital-based and free-standing sleep centers that meet all...

POINT OF CARE TESTING.
June 22, 2001... The i-STAT[R] System - a hand-held battery operated system that allows critical care tests to be performed in about two minutes at the bedside. Touts are automatically stored for printing or transmission into the LIS or HIS. Tests include Blood...

COOL PASS-OVER HUMIDIFIER.
June 22, 2001... Tiara Medical Systems introduces the Velocity[TM] Humidifier. With its patented baffling system Velocity[TM], a cool pass-ever humidifier, has greater humidity output than all other cool pass-over style units available and greater relative...

MODULAR BLOOD GAS SYSTEM.
June 22, 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. High volume blood gas testing, full automated quality control, touch-and-go...

AMBULATORY MONITORING.
June 22, 2001... Data Examiner enhances the Inductotrace System, providing an interlace to Windows 9X/NT via a RS-232 serial port from which the device is powered, (no batteries or power connection). Included software provides an effective method to capture...

NEW OXYGEN MONITOR.(MSA)(Brief Article)
June 22, 2001... MSA is proud to offer its new portable MiniOX [R] 3000 Oxygen Monitor replacing our long-running MiniOX Ill Monitor. The MiniOX 3000 Monitor with large display features automatic calibration, battery strength indicator, alarm verification...

WHAT'S YOUR CEU STATUS?(continuing education units)(Brief Article)
June 22, 2001... Don't Panicl There is still time to pick up CEUs 24 hours a day from any computer with Internet access, ICE Provides a low cost, hassle-free way to earn vital CE credits without leaving your home or office. Self paced, easy-to-understand,...

INSPIRATORY FLOW METER.(Brief Article)
June 22, 2001... Ferraris Medical, Inc. introduces the In Check [TM] Dial Inspiratory Flow Meter, a new training device that offers an easy solution no wondering if your patients are receiving the optimum benefits from their inhaled medications. By selecting...

DIGITAL HAND-HELD PULSE OXIMETER.(Brief Article)
June 22, 2001... The SIMS BCI, Inc. MiniCorr Hand-Held Pulse Oximeter provides SpO2 and pulse rate monitoring on patients from neonate to adult. Battery or AC powered. Adjustable alarm limits. Incorporates Serial Autocorrelation (SAC) Technology which enhances...

COOL PASS-OVER HUMIDIFIER.(advertisement)
June 22, 2001... Tiara Medical Systems introduces the Velocity [TM] Humidifier. With its patented baffling system Velocity [TM], a cool pass-over humidifier, has greater humidity output than all other cool pass-over style units available and greater relative...

MANUAL JET VENTILATOR.(Brief Article)
June 22, 2001... Instrumentation Industries, Inc.'s Manual jet Ventilator and Transtracheal Catheter may be the emergency intervention of choice for the patient with facial trauma, partial airway obstruction, upper airway bleeding, or otherwise difficult airway...

NEW NASAL CPAP MASK.(Brief Article)
June 22, 2001... Hans Rudolph, Inc. has designed a new Nasal CPAP/BiLevel mask for Obstructive Sleep Apnea Therapy. The mask is soft, light and features low deadspace with multiple face sealing options to guarantee a good seal and comfort during CPAP therapy....

RC PRODUCTS/SERVICES.(Vision Medical Inc.)(Brief Article)
June 22, 2001... Vision Medical, Inc. is a full service provider of: Medical Gas Equipment, Airway Management Systems, Stress Teat Systems and Medical Gas Systems. Vision Medical also provides repair and restoration service on equipment employed within these...

NEW HAND-HELD SPIROMETER.(Brief Article)
June 22, 2001... The new generation MicroGP spirometer from Micro Direct, Inc. offers exceptional features at an exceptional price. The affordable MicroGP offers a high degree of accuracy with simplicity of operation and is available in two versions. The basic...