anaesthetic machine

Question 1

why is the anaesthetic machine so important

Answer 1

it allows us to deliver inhalational agents to the patient at a steady flow and allows us to adjust it according to the needs of the patient

Question 2

what is the gas cylinder for?

Answer 2

it is a carrier gas which is stored under pressure

O2, N2O, CO2

Question 3

what is the pressure gauge for?it is a carrier gas which is stored under pressure
O2, N2O, CO2

Answer 3

this shows how much gas is in the gas cylinder

Question 4

what is the pressure reducing valve for?

Answer 4

reduced the amount of gas that is coming out of the cylinder to make it easier for us to control

Question 5

what is the flowmeter used for?

Answer 5

this shows the amount of gas that is being given to the patient

Question 6

what is the vaporiser used for?

Answer 6

contains a liquid volatile agent that is mixed with the carrier gas

Question 7

what is the gas outlet used for?

Answer 7

this is where the gas anaesthetic connects to the patient ie. the circuit

Question 8

what are the safety feature of an anaesthetic machine

Answer 8

pin-index cylinders
pipeline connectors
o2 alarm
vaporiser key filler
emergency o2 flush button