Ambulatory monitor for simplified Sleep Apnea diagnosis Mod. Apnea Link Air Cat. RSM-11.340RM ResMed

Ambulatory monitor for the simplified diagnosis of Sleep Apnea, Model ApneaLink Air Cat. RSM-11.340RM, ResMed brand

Description

ApneaLink ™ Air offers the performance and reliability of our well-known ApneaLink products in a sleeker, easier-to-use device. Thanks to its one-touch operation and intuitive 'Start/Stop' button, it has never been easier for patients to prepare and use it successfully. In addition, the complete test indicator helps minimize unnecessary test repetitions and increases patient satisfaction.

In addition to its sleek design, ApneaLink Air offers performance and reliability in a compact, lightweight, and easy-to-use device for home sleep testing (HST). ApneaLink Air is a low-cost, Type III home sleep testing device, capable of recording up to five channels of information: respiratory effort, pulse, oxygen saturation, nasal flow, and snoring. It also offers longer recording time and storage capacity compared to previous ApneaLink products.

Features:

• 100% ambulatory monitor for simplified Sleep Apnea diagnosis.
• 4-channel recording: Nasal Flow, Oxygen Saturation, Heart Rate, Respiratory Effort.
• Parameters obtained:
  • Central, Obstructive, and Mixed Apnea Index.
  • Hypopnea Index.
  • Apnea-Hypopnea Index.
  • Flow limitation with and without snoring.
  • Oxygen desaturation index.

Benefits:

• Greater ease of use for patients and healthcare professionals with:
  • One-touch operation with intuitive Start/Stop button.
  • Longer recording time (~12 hours) and greater storage capacity (~48 hours).
  • Full test light indicates recording time to users.
  • Good signal indicators to help achieve successful setup.
• Reliable automatic analysis:
  • Includes apnea-hypopnea index (AHI), hypopnea index (HI), flow limitation, snoring, and oxygen desaturation index (ODI).
  • Possibility of manual scoring for more detailed patient information.
  • Configurable analysis parameters allow adjustment of thresholds.
• Validated results that comply with AASM definitions and CMS guidelines for hypopnea scoring.
• Cheyne-Stokes probability detection to help determine when to refer patients for extended laboratory diagnosis.
• Differentiation between obstructive apnea and central apnea.
• Ability to print patient instructions when programming the device.
• Flexible reporting options.
• Summary and signal reports in email format that can be sent to the referring physician or appropriate party.
• Extended report with additional general respiratory data information.
• Medical indications page to optimize the process for healthcare professionals.

ApneaLink Air, complete kit

• ApneaLink Air, recording device.
• Software installation CD.
• ApneaLink Air, patient instructions.
• USB download cable.
• 1 reusable belt.
• Soft oximetry sensor, reusable (8000SM) - Medium.
• XPOD LP, oximeter.
• XPOD LP, oximeter clip.
• 3 nasal cannulas.
• Carrying bag.
• 2 AAA batteries.

Oximetry components:

• XPOD LP, oximeter
• XPOD LP, oximeter clip
• NONIN 6000CA, disposable oximetry sensors - pk 24.
• NONIN, reusable soft oximetry sensor (8000SS) - Small.
• NONIN, reusable soft oximetry sensor (8000SM) - Medium.
• NONIN, reusable soft oximetry sensor (8000SL) - Large.

Other optional accessories:

• ApneaLink Air, reusable belt.
• ApneaLink Air, carrying bag.
• ApneaLink Air, software CD V10.1.
• USB cable for ApneaLink Air.

Technical specifications:

Recorder	Improved hardware EasySense respiratory effort sensor Oximetry Light indicators Full test indicator Respiratory flow indicator Effort sensor connection indicator Oximetry connection indicator
Signal recording	Respiratory effort Respiratory flow Snoring Blood oxygen saturation Pulse Battery voltage
Download application	PC download
Internal battery	AAA alkaline batteries
Internal memory	Recording period: 48 hours Internal clock
Dimensions	Recorder; 62 x 102 x 30 mm (2.4" x 4" x 1.2") Pulse oximeter: 53 x 20 x 15 mm (2.1" x 0.8" x 0.6") Recorder weight: 66 g (2.3 oz)