摘要 |
A portable ventilator system is loaded with specialized software that addresses specific needs of a targeted patient population. Particularly contemplated target patient populations include patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary diseases (asthma, bronchitis, emphysema, etc.), obstructive sleep apnea, congestive heart failure, neuromuscular paralysis, a high risk of sudden cardiac arrest, and individuals vocationally likely to encounter nuclear, biological, or chemical hazards. Preferred systems include a radio frequency transmitter that sends data from the system to a distal service provider. Contemplated data that can be sent includes location information, diagnostic and intervention information. In another aspect systems can be is integrated with a defibrillator.
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