Transport electric ventilator

Intended purpose

An electrically-powered device designed to provide invasive and non-invasive automated, alveolar ventilatory support for infants, children and adults during emergency situations and inter-hospital or intra-hospital transport settings, for example in ambulances or in field hospitals. It is typically a compact, lightweight, rugged device with internal batteries to power it during patient transport. It is suitable for long-term ventilation. The ventilator is available in different feature levels and can be used by first responders as well as for ground, water or air transport. It usually includes an airway pressure monitor and low and high pressure alarms.