Workstation 2 Flashcards
What does DISS stand for in Anesthesia Workstation DISS Barash 9th Ed?
Diameter Index Safety System
What is the purpose of the DISS system in anesthesia workstations?
To prevent the connection of the wrong gas cylinder or gas-specific equipment
True or False: The DISS system ensures that only one type of gas can be connected at a time.
True
What is the color-coding scheme used for DISS connections?
Oxygen (green), nitrous oxide (blue), medical air (yellow), carbon dioxide (grey)
What is the primary gas used for ventilation in anesthesia workstations?
Medical air
What gas is commonly used as a carrier gas for volatile anesthetic agents?
Oxygen
What is the function of the flowmeter in anesthesia workstations?
To control the flow of gases into the breathing circuit
What does the pressure gauge on the anesthesia workstation measure?
The pressure of the gas inside the system
What is the purpose of the oxygen flush valve on the anesthesia workstation?
To deliver a high flow of oxygen to the breathing circuit in emergency situations
What is the minimum oxygen concentration required in the breathing circuit to prevent hypoxia?
21%
What does the oxygen analyzer on the anesthesia workstation monitor?
The oxygen concentration in the breathing circuit
What is the function of the scavenging system in the anesthesia workstation?
To remove excess anesthetic gases and vapors from the operating room
What is the purpose of the pressure relief valve in the anesthesia workstation?
To prevent excessive pressure buildup in the system
What safety feature is designed to prevent the delivery of hypoxic gas mixtures to the patient in anesthesia workstations?
Oxygen failure protection device (OFPD)
What is the typical maximum pressure setting for the oxygen failure protection device in anesthesia workstations?
40 psi
