Important Information
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Indication for Use
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The Laerdal Silicone Resuscitator (LSR) is a self-inflating manual
resuscitator that is intended for patients requiring total or
intermittent ventilatory support.Ventilation is possible with or
without supplemental oxygen.
Intended Use
The Laerdal Silicone Resuscitator provides positive pressure
ventilation and allows spontaneous breathing with a face mask or an
artificial airway.
The Laerdal Silicone Resuscitator is available in three sizes:
The Adult model is intended for patients over 25 kg (55 lb).
The Paediatric model is intended for patients from 2.5 kg (5.5 lb)
to 25 kg (55 lb).
The Preterm model is intended for patients below 2.5 kg (5.5 lb).
This User Guide applies to all three models of the Laerdal Silicone
Resuscitator unless otherwise specified.
Read this User Guide and become familiar with the operation of
the product prior to use. Use the product only as described in this
User Guide.
Warning and Cautions
A Warning states a condition, hazard, or unsafe practice that can
result in serious personal injury or death.
A Caution states a condition, hazard, or unsafe practice that can
result in minor personal injury or damage to the manikin.
Notes
Important information about the product or its operation.
Cautions
• Caution: Federal law (US) restricts this device to sale by or on the
order of a physician.
• The LSR should only be used by persons who have received
adequate training in the use of resuscitators.
• Resuscitators should not be used with supplemental oxygen where
smoking is permitted or when fire, flame, oil or grease is in close
proximity.
• Resuscitators should not be used in toxic or hazardous atmospheres.
• The use of third party products and oxygen delivery devices (e.g.
filters and demand valves) with the Laerdal Silicone Resuscitator
may have an affect on LSR performance. Please consult with the
manufacturer of the third party device to verify compatability with the
LSR and obtain information on possible LSR performance changes.