6.3.11 Low MV
i
(Low Inspired Minute Volume Alarm)
Property Description
Alarm text
Low MVi
Priority High
Alarm condition A Low Inspired Minute Volume alarm will be given when the
monitored minute volume does not reach the alarm limit for
15 seconds.
This alarm is only used if the Vivo 65’s patient circuit type is set
to Exhalation valve (single limb) circuit.
Possible cause
• Mismatch between Breath Rate and Inspired Tidal Volume
settings and the alarm setting.
• Changes in airway resistance and or compliance.
• Decreased Breath Rate.
Setting range
• 1.0 l/min to 30 l/min (Adult mode)
• 0.1 l/min to 10 l/min (Paediatric mode)
• Off
Setting resolution 0.1 l up to 1.0 l, 0.5 l above 1.0 l.
Ventilator action The ventilator will continue treatment with the same settings.
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User manual
Doc. 006150 M-1