Puritan Bennett 980 Ventilator

Puritan Bennett 980 Ventilator

The Puritan Bennett 980 Ventilator is a state-of-the-art mechanical ventilator designed to provide advanced respiratory support for critically ill patients. Known for its innovative features and user-friendly design, the PB 980 is widely used in intensive care units (ICUs) worldwide. This ventilator is engineered to offer precise and reliable ventilation across a wide range of patient conditions, from neonates to adults, ensuring optimal care and safety.

Key Features

Adaptive Technology for Personalized Care:

Proportional Assist Ventilation (PAV+): The PB 980 includes PAV+ technology, which adjusts support in proportion to the patient’s effort, promoting patient-ventilator synchrony and improving comfort.
Volume and Pressure Control Modes: Offers multiple ventilation modes, including volume-controlled, pressure-controlled, and spontaneous breathing modes, catering to the specific needs of each patient.

Enhanced Patient Safety:

Leak Compensation: Automatically adjusts for leaks in the circuit, particularly important in neonatal and pediatric care.
Apnea Backup: Provides automatic ventilation if the patient stops breathing, ensuring continuous respiratory support.

Advanced Monitoring and Reporting:

Real-Time Monitoring: Displays comprehensive respiratory data in real-time, including waveforms, trends, and numeric data, allowing clinicians to make informed decisions quickly.
Alarm Management: Features customizable alarm settings with priority differentiation, ensuring that critical alarms receive immediate attention.

User-Friendly Interface:

Touchscreen Display: The PB 980 is equipped with a large, intuitive touchscreen interface, making it easy for clinicians to navigate settings and monitor patient status.
Customizable Settings: Allows clinicians to tailor ventilation parameters to meet individual patient needs, improving outcomes and comfort.

Comprehensive Connectivity:

Integrated Data Management: Seamlessly integrates with hospital information systems, enabling efficient data sharing and documentation.
Remote Monitoring Capabilities: Supports remote monitoring, allowing clinicians to oversee patient care from a distance, enhancing flexibility and response time.

Versatility Across Patient Populations:

Neonatal to Adult Care: The PB 980 is designed to support a wide range of patients, from the smallest neonates to adults, making it a versatile solution for ICUs.
Non-Invasive and Invasive Ventilation: Offers both invasive and non-invasive ventilation options, providing flexibility based on patient requirements.

Ease of Maintenance and Reliability:

Durable Design: Built to withstand the demanding environment of ICUs, the PB 980 is known for its reliability and long-term performance.
Easy Maintenance: Designed for straightforward maintenance and servicing, ensuring minimal downtime and consistent operation.

Patient Comfort and Care:

Adaptive Humidification: Integrates with heated humidifiers to deliver warm, humidified air, reducing airway irritation and improving patient comfort.
Patient-Driven Breath Support: Supports spontaneous breathing efforts, which can help reduce sedation needs and promote faster weaning.

Applications

Intensive Care Units (ICUs):

The PB 980 is a critical tool in ICUs, providing life-sustaining ventilation for patients with severe respiratory conditions.

Neonatal Care:

The ventilator’s advanced leak compensation and gentle ventilation modes make it suitable for the delicate lungs of neonatal patients.

Pediatric and Adult Care:

Versatile enough to accommodate a wide range of patient sizes and conditions, from pediatric to adult care, ensuring consistent support across the patient population.

Emergency and Transport Ventilation:

The PB 980’s portability and durability make it suitable for emergency settings and patient transport, ensuring continuous care during critical moments.