Bird Legacy Ventilator: Innovative Portable Ventilation Solutions
The Bird Legacy Ventilator stands out in the realm of portable volume ventilators, utilizing a turbine-driven system that ensures a lightweight design while minimizing heat generation. This exceptional ventilator features multiple operating modes, including Control, Assist/Control, SIMV (Synchronized Intermittent Mandatory Ventilation), and CPAP (Continuous Positive Airway Pressure), providing versatile options for a variety of patient needs.
Equipped with advanced features such as pressure support ventilation and automatic apnea backup, the Bird Legacy Ventilator delivers reliable performance, automatically providing ventilation in case of detected apnea. The integral real-time digital airway pressure monitor, complete with adjustable high and low-pressure alarms, enhances safety and monitoring capabilities. Comprehensive metrics include Peak Inspiration Pressure (PIP), Mean Airway Pressure (MAP), breath rate, Inspiratory: Expiratory (I:E) ratio, Tidal Volume (Vte), Minute Ventilation (VE), Inspiratory Time (Ti), and Positive End-Expiratory Pressure (PEEP) for thorough assessment.
Operating Modes Explained:
- Control Mode: This mode delivers gas at a set tidal volume, peak flow, and rate settings while allowing the patient to initiate spontaneous breaths through a piston bypass check valve.
- Assist/Control Mode: Ideal for patients whose inspiratory efforts may decrease, this mode ensures that a positive pressure breath is triggered when needed, automatically delivering assistance if no effort is detected within the preset time.
- SIMV (Synchronized Intermittent Mandatory Ventilation): Patients can breathe spontaneously while also receiving a fixed number of mandatory positive pressure breaths, optimizing their comfort and support.
- CPAP Mode: This mode provides continuous inspiratory pressure to assist patients in maintaining airway patency.
For more demanding hospital settings, the Bird Legacy O2 model includes a 40-60 PSI oxygen inlet port tailored for hospital connections.
Battery and Power Options:
Although Bird does not produce an external battery for the Legacy series, it does recommend external batteries from selected vendors. For efficient operation, the ventilator can utilize a 12-volt, 30 Amp-hour battery, requiring an inverter to ensure proper current conversion.
Enhanced Connectivity:
While a remote alarm isn't available for this model, Bird provides cables to integrate the unit with existing hospital nurse-call systems, ensuring timely alerts with reliable connections.
The Bird Legacy Ventilator embodies cutting-edge technology designed for optimal patient care and diverse application in both home and clinical environments. Experience exceptional ventilation performance with the precision and reliability that healthcare professionals trust.
