The Astral 150 ventilator can be used for bi-level positive airway pressure (BPAP) therapy. The device blows air under two different pressures through a mask. A higher pressure is used to help fill the lungs with air when breathing in and a lower pressure is used when breathing out to prevent the airway from closing.
Assembling the Astral 150 single limb heated humidity circuit
The video demonstrates the bedside setup for the Astral 150 device for non-invasive therapy with a passive or single limb heated humidity circuit.
Watch the video to learn how to:
- plug in the device and turn it on
- check the filter
- set up the MR850 humidifier device and attach the circuit
- attach the bacterial filter and make sure all temperature wires are connected securely
- attach the mask
Assembling the Astral 150 single limb non-humidified circuit
The video demonstrates the travel setup for the Astral 150 device for BPAP (non-invasive) therapy with passive or single limb non-humidified circuit.
Watch the video to learn how to:
- make sure the device is fully charged and then turn it on
- make sure the filter is clean
- attach the bacterial filter and the circuit
- attach the mask
Complete a learn circuit on the Astral 150
A learn circuit will calibrate the device to the specific circuit type and mask type to make sure the device is working properly. The ventilator will require a learn circuit to be completed as part of troubleshooting and for any circuit type changes such as when switching from a heated circuit setup to non-heated circuit setup.
Watch the video to learn how to perform a learn circuit.
Starting and stopping therapy on the Astral 150
Watch the video to learn how to start therapy by:
- making sure you have the correct circuit setup and ventilation settings
- selecting the program you want
- checking settings on the device
- placing the mask on your child
- pressing the start ventilation button
- adding oxygen therapy if directed to do so
Learn how to stop therapy by:
- turning off oxygen therapy if it was being used
- pressing and holding the stop ventilation button
- confirming you want to stop therapy
Connecting oxygen to the Astral 150
Changing the filter on the Astral 150
Watch this video from the Ontario Ventilation Pool to learn how to change the filter on the Astral 150.
How to Change the ResMed Astra 150 Air Inlet Filter
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y8vIfSP9KbQ
Device maintenance
How to clean the humidifier chamber
The humidifier chamber or water pot needs to be rinsed daily and cleaned weekly. Most are washed using mild soap and water. Please consult your health-care provider and the manufacturer's instructions for your specific device.
How to clean and maintain the filter
Different devices have reusable and or disposable filters. Reusable filters are meant to be washed and replaced periodically. Disposable filters are not to be washed and need to be replaced frequently. Please consult with your health-care provider and the manufacturer's instructions for your specific device.
How to clean the ventilator exterior
Wipe the exterior of the device with a damp cloth and mild soap