As a key part of healthcare at home, medical equipment plays many vital roles in healthcare for patients to diagnose problems, monitor, and treat.
When a patient is completely consented to treatment at home, it becomes very difficult to monitor him/her properly. This can cause various disruptions in the treatment.
So these modern machines help you to monitor all the information of the patient properly and take care of him/her.
Types of basic medical equipment
These exclusive medical equipment are classified into different types based on their usage and effectiveness. However, the treatment is done according to the type of patient.
Here are the details of the CareCure24 basic medical equipment list for rent at home and how these work technically for the patient:
BiPAP machine:
A BiPAP machine is a medical device used to treat breathing problems. The term “BiPAP” comes from “Bi-level Positive Airway Pressure“. This machine basically provides two different pressures during breathing.
- It can be used if a person has obstructive Sleep Apnea, especially if CPAP is not effective. BiPAP then provides more comfort for the patient by altering the pressure for breathing.
- It is helpful in treating chronic shortness of breath (COPD) and other lung problems.
- It can also be used in some specific types of heart disease (heart failure patients).
BiPAP provides two different pressures during inhalation and exhalation.
IPAP provides a higher pressure during inhalation to help the patient breathe in, and EPAP provides a lower pressure during exhalation to help the patient breathe out, which keeps the airway open during breathing.
With the help of the BiPAP machine, the respiratory system is supported so that there is no problem in breathing, which allows the patient to breathe normally and they can sleep well.
Oxygen Concentrator:
An Oxygen Concentrator is a medical device that collects oxygen from the environment and delivers clean, frequent doses of oxygen to the patient for breathing.
It is especially used for patients who suffer from respiratory problems, such as Asthma, COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease) and pneumonia, etc.
It works in a few processes.
- Through a filter, the concentrator receives air from the environment.
- This inside air is passed through a series of filters or sieves to eliminate nitrogen and other gases.
- The device uses a technique called pressure swing adsorption (PSA) to separate oxygen from the nitrogen of the air, turning it into pure oxygen.
- An oxygen mask or nasal cannula is used to deliver the purified oxygen to the user.
An oxygen concentrator essentially separates nitrogen from the air and provides approximately 92-98% pure oxygen, which the patient can inhale.
It is powered by electricity and delivers oxygen at a specific flow rate, which is determined by the doctor’s instructions.
Suction Machine:
A Suction machine is a medical equipment used to clear mouth secretion, mucus, or other materials from the airways or respiratory tract.
It is used to clear blood, saliva, vomit, or other secretions from the airway. especially when patients are having difficulty breathing.
The suction machine usually consists of a pipe, a suction catheter, and a container where the waste is collected.
It has a pump that sucks air. So that, it is possible to suck any substance easily.
The accumulated mucus or phlegm in the patient’s mouth is sucked out by a tube or suction catheter, which is placed in the patient’s trachea or mouth.
The machine has a filter so that liquid or any other substance does not flow into the main parts of the machine.
This maintains the safety and performance of the machine.
It is used after surgery or in emergency medical situations.
Cardiac monitor:
A Cardiac monitor is a medical device used to monitoring the critically ill patient or ICU patient. We also know it as a “patient monitor“.
This medical device is used to continuously track multiple vital signs of a patient in real time.
It is usually used in hospitals or clinics, but you can also rent this machine at home for an ICU patient or a critical patient.
It monitors heart rate, ECG or EKG, and other vital parameters such as blood pressure, oxygen saturation, etc.
That means you no longer have to use separate measuring instruments.
Cardiac monitors help to understand a patient’s heart condition in real-time.
So that doctors can make quick decisions if any irregularities or dangers occur.
It is especially used in emergency services, critical care units and ambulances, where the patient’s heart function needs to be monitored regularly.
Some visible things on the cardiac monitor-
ECG or EKG:
- Cardiac monitors typically measure the electrical signals of the heart by placing electrodes (sensors) at various locations on the body through electrocardiogram technology.
- When the heart contracts and expands, certain electrical signals are generated and displayed graphically on the monitor, which tells the doctor about the exact condition of the heart.
Heart Rate:
- It helps measure the heart rate, which is how many times the heart beats per minute. This can be regular or irregular.
- If the rhythm is not normal, it can give warning signs.
Oxygen Saturation (SpO2):
- Some monitors can also measure oxygen saturation, which helps determine the amount of oxygen in the blood. This provides information about heart function and respiratory status.
Blood Pressure (BP):
- Cardiac monitors typically use off-level sensors, which are found in the blood pressure machine, to measure BP. It may use specific technology to ensure accurate measurements.
- Some modern monitors can automatically measure blood pressure using ultrasonic technology.
- The machine also displays the heart rate along with the systolic (heart contraction) and diastolic (heart rest) pressure results while measuring the blood pressure.
Cardiac monitors are especially important for doctors to analyze the patient’s heart condition and take necessary medical steps.
Hospital bed:
A hospital bed is a special type of bed used in hospitals for the rest and treatment of patients.
These beds are designed to be more comfortable and convenient, depending on the patient’s physical condition.
So that the patient does not feel any discomfort when getting up and down.
Hospital beds are generally of two types, which you can rent or buy. These are made of mild steel and PVC.
1. Fowler bed-
- The head of this bed can be raised and lowered to different angles (usually 30°, 45° or 90°), allowing the patient to sit vertically or in a semi-raised position.
- The back of the bed is also adjustable, which helps keep the patient in a more comfortable position. Especially those who have been bedridden for a long time.
2. Semi Fowler bed-
- Only the head of this bed can be raised and lowered to different angles.
- Provides special comfort for patients with respiratory problems. Making it easier to breathe because of the raised head.
- Helps the patient stay comfortable if they have gastric or other stomach problems.
The beds are quite strong and have wheels attached underneath them.
So that you can easily move the bed from one place to another.
Nowadays, this home care medical equipment has become very essential, especially to reduce the pressure on healthcare.
They simplify the process of taking care of your patient and help you better understand the causes of diseases.