Improved design and application of central oxygen supply system in treatment group of field medical unit

VernacularTitle:野战医疗队救治组中心供氧系统的改进设计及其应用研究
Author: Feng-Qin LI ¹ ; Yong-Hong CHEN ; Rong ZHANG ; Jun-Mei REN ; Dong GUO
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Keywords: field medical unit; central oxygen supply system; medical tent; casualty treatment; medical training
From: Chinese Medical Equipment Journal 2017;38(12):101-103,123
CountryChina
Language:Chinese
Abstract: Objection To improve the central oxygen supply system at field conditions to realize rapid transport of oxygen cylinders and enhanced application of medical oxygen.Methods The modified central oxygen supply system was composed of the 40-L oxygen cylinder,triple ball valve,flowmeter,dichotomantheshos hose,disposable nasal catheter for oxygen inhalation,pressure relief valve,immovable hanger and L-shaped trolley for oxygen cylinder.The trolley was composed of a bearing frame designed according to the size of oxygen cylinder,a fixing band and two wheels,which could be used for efficient fixation and rapid transport of oxygen cylinder.Results The improved system met the requirements for materials storage,loading,deployment and withdrawal during oxygen supply,and saved manpower and space.Conclusion The improved system enhances the efficiency of medical oxygen application and the supportability of field medical unit,and thus is worthy promoting in mobile medical unit.