Medical Devices Every Hospital Uses

Stress System for Practicing Cardiology

The Quinton Q4500 Stress System is ideal for practicing cardiology. The device features a dedicated keyboard, large CRT screen, 7 user-definable treadmill and 3 user-definable ergometer protocols, which each include a resting stage and up to 99 exercise stages to measure the patient’s capabilities. Other features of the Quinton Q4500 include a menu/entry/control functions that are easily accessible and an oversized soft-touch exercise device control, which allows the treadmill or bicycle ergometer operation.

Autoclave for Sterilizing Objects

The Pelton & Crane Delta 10 Autoclave is specifically used for sterilizing objects and can be found in every hospital. The autoclave includes a sterile dry cycle and a 10 inch chamber and features filtered close door drying, electronic temperature and time controls and preprogrammed sterilization. Another important feature is the automatic chamber, which preheats to maximize productivity by shortening the cycle times. A digital function display is also a key component because it allows for accurate and easy monitoring of the sterilization cycle. 

Patient Monitor for Recording Blood Pressure

The Datascope Passport Patient Monitor includes ECG, SPO2 and non-invasive blood pressure and recorder. The monitor features a large screen for viewing at any angle of the operating room, adult finger sensor, ECG cable, blood pressure hose, standard adult cuff and recorder paper.

Surgical Lights for a Precision Work

The Skytron Stellar ST2323 is a popular brand of surgical lights that feature dual center-mounted light heads with focusable control and wall-mounted intensity control box. The surgical lights also feature advanced multi-lamp optics with vertically segmented reflector designs, light maneuverability, 360 degree movement of all points of rotation, intensity of up to 24,000 footcandles, 90 degree downward travel for low angle lighting and cool beam temperature.

Popular Defibrillators

The Philips Headstart XL is a popular brand for defibrillators and combines the technology of biphasic defibrillation, pacing, ECG and AED. The device uses voice prompts and text messages to guide the user through the process of defibrillation. The manual mode is also available and operates with 1-2-3 operation and can be easily switched from AED to manual mode. The defibrillator also features child and adult paddles in one, portability and synchronized cardioversion.

MRI

A Magnetic Resonance Imaging machine uses a powerful magnetic field, radio frequency pulses and a computer to obtain pictures of your soft tissues, organs, bones and other parts of your body. According to radiologyinfo.org, this machine gives a better picture than the X-ray and can determine whether or not certain conditions such as cancer, heart problems and liver disease are present.

Electrocardiogram

The electrocardiogram will provide your physician with a history of your heart rate. This information is used to determine whether or not the heart is functioning properly. It can also determine what effects certain medications have on your heart rate and detect any problems with the rhythm of your heart rate.

Urine Analyzer

A urine analyzer is used in most hospitals to assist in diagnosing any number of diseases and conditions. Conditions such as pregnancy, drug use, kidney/bladder infections, and urinary tract infections are some that can be detected with the urine analyzer

Automated external defibrillator

An automated external defibrillator or AED is a portable electronic device that automatically diagnoses the potentially life threatening cardiac arrhythmias of ventricular fibrillation and ventricular tachycardia in a patient, and is able to treat them through defibrillation, the application of electrical therapy which stops the arrhythmia, allowing the heart to reestablish an effective rhythm. With simple audio and visual commands, AEDs are designed to be simple to use for the layman, and the use of AEDs is taught in many first aid, first responder, and basic life support (BLS) level CPR classes.

X-ray

Your doctor may order an X-ray to determine whether or not a bone is broken or there may be something lodged in your body after an accident. The X-ray machine is found in the radiology department and can determine any number of ailments. Patients are covered with a lead vest to protect against radiation while pictures of the affected area are being taken.