6.3.3 High PEEP Alarm
Property Description
Alarm text
High PEEP
Priority
Medium
Alarm condition A High PEEP alarm will be given when the measured
PEEP is 30% above the set value for more than 15 seconds
Possible cause
• Blocked leakage port.
• Too short expiratory time.
• Changes in airway resistance and or compliance.
• Malfunction of the exhalation valve.
• Blocked exhalation valve.
Reset criteria
PEEP has gone below the alarm limit (lower than 30%
above the set value).
Ventilator action The Vivo 45 LS will continue treatment according to the
current settings.
Setting range
• On
• Off
114 Alarms
User manual
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