A Comparison of Capnography Sampling Lines

A Comparison of Capnography Sampling Lines

This study evaluates the performance of eight (8) cleared capnography carbon dioxide (CO2) sampling filterlines during patient simulated scripted activities when connected to a Medtronic (MDT) dual parameter monitor.

The eight (8) Capnography CO2 Sampling Filterlines (CCSF) have different designs for obtaining a gas sample for CO2 measurement and also for delivering supplemental oxygen (O2).

In this study awake, healthy volunteers will evaluate the 8 CCSF (Capnography CO2 Sampling Filterline) to determine their performance variability in providing a representative exhaled CO2 sample for measurement on the Capnostream 35 dual parameter monitor during scripted activities of closed mouth/open mouth breathing during both high and low respiration rate with supplemental oxygen delivery at 5lpm.

Inclusion Criteria:

1. Non-hospitalized adults ≥ 18 years old.
2. Willing and able to give informed consent.

Exclusion Criteria:

1. Lack of an informed consent.
2. Subjects not able to accommodate the proper application of the cannula.
3. Subject not willing or able to comply fully with the study procedures.
4. Subjects with sensitivity to nasal cannula in both nares.
5. Subject with skin allergies to medical adhesives.
6. Subjects with runny nose the day of the study participation.
7. Subject, who in the opinion of the Principal Investigator, should not be enrolled.