Smiths Medical 385100 - Transport Kit f/ Manual Ventilator w/ 7' O2 Line/ 3L Bag 20/Ca
The Smiths Medical 385100 Transport Kit is designed to support manual ventilation during patient transport, emergency response, and other situations requiring a portable respiratory setup. The kit includes a 7-foot oxygen line and a 3-liter reservoir bag, providing healthcare professionals with essential components for connecting a compatible manual ventilator to an oxygen source.
Standard 15 mm and 22 mm patient-end fittings support connection to ISO-compatible masks, endotracheal tubes, and other appropriate respiratory interfaces. The oxygen port features a swivel connector that can be positioned to help reduce torque and unnecessary movement at the patient connection. The star-lumen oxygen tubing is designed to resist kinking and promote dependable oxygen flow during use. Each case contains 20 transport kits.
Key Benefits
- Designed for manual ventilation during patient transport and emergency respiratory care
- Includes a 7-foot oxygen supply line for flexible equipment positioning
- Features a 3-liter reservoir bag to support manual ventilation procedures
- Standard 15 mm and 22 mm fittings accommodate commonly used respiratory connectors
- Swivel oxygen port allows clinicians to position the assembly while reducing torque at the patient connection
- Star-lumen oxygen tubing helps resist kinking and flow interruption
- Convenient transport-focused configuration supports efficient respiratory equipment preparation
- Supplied in a case of 20 kits for hospitals, emergency departments, and transport services
Compatibility and Applications
The Smiths Medical 385100 Transport Kit is intended for use with compatible manual ventilators and appropriate medical oxygen sources. Its standard 15 mm and 22 mm patient-end fittings may connect to ISO-compatible respiratory masks, endotracheal tubes, and other approved airway interfaces.
Common applications may include ambulance transport, interdepartmental patient transfer, emergency department care, critical care transport, post-anesthesia transport, respiratory therapy, and emergency preparedness. Compatibility with the selected ventilator, oxygen source, airway device, and patient interface should be confirmed before use.
Usage Guidelines
- Inspect the transport kit, oxygen tubing, reservoir bag, fittings, and packaging before use.
- Confirm that the kit is compatible with the selected manual ventilator, oxygen source, and patient airway interface.
- Attach the patient-end fitting securely to the appropriate mask, endotracheal tube, or approved respiratory connector.
- Connect the 7-foot oxygen line to the prescribed oxygen source according to institutional procedures.
- Position the swivel connector to reduce tension, pulling, or torque at the patient connection.
- Check the oxygen tubing for compression, obstruction, disconnection, or visible damage.
- Verify reservoir bag function and oxygen delivery before beginning patient ventilation.
- Monitor the patient continuously and follow the manual ventilator manufacturer's instructions for ventilation technique, oxygen flow, and clinical assessment.
Certifications and Safety Standards
The Smiths Medical 385100 Transport Kit incorporates standard 15 mm and 22 mm patient-end fittings intended for connection to compatible ISO-style respiratory connectors. Healthcare facilities should review the current manufacturer labeling, instructions for use, and applicable regulatory documentation before placing the product into clinical service.
Use should comply with facility respiratory care policies, oxygen safety procedures, infection prevention requirements, and all applicable federal, state, and local regulations. Product specifications and regulatory status should be confirmed from the current manufacturer documentation supplied with the product.
Comparison with Competitors
Compared with basic manual ventilator tubing assemblies, the Smiths Medical 385100 provides a transport-oriented configuration that includes a 7-foot oxygen line, a 3-liter reservoir bag, standard patient-end fittings, and a swivel oxygen port. The swivel connection can help improve positioning while minimizing unnecessary force at the patient interface.
The star-lumen oxygen line also offers an advantage over conventional smooth-bore tubing by helping the line remain open if it is bent or compressed. When comparing this product with alternative transport kits, purchasers should evaluate ventilator compatibility, tubing length, reservoir bag capacity, connector design, packaging quantity, oxygen source compatibility, and institutional respiratory care requirements.
Typical User Profile and Application Scenarios
This manual ventilator transport kit is suitable for respiratory therapists, emergency medical personnel, critical care transport teams, anesthesiology professionals, emergency department clinicians, and other trained healthcare providers responsible for manual respiratory support.
Typical use scenarios include transporting a ventilated patient between hospital departments, supporting emergency airway management, preparing respiratory equipment for ambulance or mobile medical use, assisting with post-procedure patient transfer, and maintaining manual ventilation readiness in emergency response areas.
Best Practices for Use and Maintenance
- Store unopened kits in a clean, dry, temperature-controlled medical supply area.
- Keep transport kits readily accessible in emergency carts, transport equipment stations, and respiratory care areas.
- Inspect all components before use and do not use a kit with damaged, contaminated, loose, or obstructed components.
- Confirm oxygen flow and reservoir bag operation before connecting the system to the patient.
- Avoid placing equipment, bedding, or transport restraints directly over the oxygen line.
- Use the swivel connector to maintain a secure connection without creating unnecessary tension at the airway interface.
- Follow the manufacturer's current instructions regarding product disposal, replacement, and single-patient use.
- Document use and replace consumed inventory promptly to maintain transport and emergency preparedness.
Regulatory and Safety Information
The Smiths Medical 385100 Transport Kit should be used only by trained healthcare professionals familiar with manual ventilation, oxygen administration, airway management, and patient monitoring. Improper assembly, incorrect oxygen flow, disconnected tubing, an obstructed oxygen line, or an unsecured patient interface may compromise ventilation and oxygen delivery.
Continuous clinical observation is required during manual ventilation. Monitor ventilation effectiveness, oxygen saturation, airway security, reservoir bag movement, respiratory status, and other relevant patient parameters according to facility protocol. Always follow the current manufacturer instructions for use and the operating instructions supplied with the compatible manual ventilator.
How to Order
Select the Smiths Medical 385100 Transport Kit f/ Manual Ventilator w/ 7' O2 Line/ 3L Bag 20/Ca and add it to your cart. Complete checkout with your preferred shipping and payment options. For bulk orders, quotes, or further assistance, contact CIA Medical customer service at (312)275-5850 or use the contact form on this page.
