lOcK iN Flashcards
(10 cards)
Function of O2 tank
Cylinder of compressed O2 (source of O2)
Pressure regulator function
Gives constant flow of O2
Reduces PSI from 2200 to 50
Flow meter function
Regulates the flow of O2 in Liters/ min
Reduces PSI from 50 to 15
Vaporizer function
Turns liquid anesthetic drug to a gas and adds to carrier gas
One way flutter valve function
Regulates one way flow of gas in the circuit
Pressure manometer function
Measures pressure in cmH2O in the circuit
CO2 absorber function
Absorb CO2
Reservoir bag function
Reflects inhalation and exhalation
Holds 6 tidal volumes of reserve
POP off valve function
Positive pressure relief
Waste gas escape
Scavenger function
Collects and eliminates waste gas to minimize exposure
Active, passive, or activated charcoal