These are some of the most common alarms you will encounter with the Trilogy ventilator and some of the causes and solutions for those alarms. Because who doesn't love a cheat sheet? High Pressure – Could be caused by kinks in the circuit, blockage in the trach tube, increased or thicker mucus blocking the airway, … Continue reading Common Trilogy Alarms
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Tenacious Tripp
It's been a while since we've done a patient spotlight, it's like we've been in the middle of a global pandemic or something. Today's spotlight about this little fighter is definitely worth the wait. On March 2,2019, Alyssa Hart was only 26 weeks along in her pregnancy when she went into labor and delivered her … Continue reading Tenacious Tripp
A Year In Review
2019 has been great to us, and thanks for letting us share it with you! Here is a short walk down memory lane of 2019. We started the year with the Corey Bishop Legacy Camp Walk, and ended with the Vent Kids of Alabama Christmas party. https://videopress.com/v/AeZLPUt1?preloadContent=metadata Thanks so much for letting us be a … Continue reading A Year In Review
Extra Exton
Exton graced the world with his early arrival on February 28, 2017. His parents were overflowing with love for this tiny perfect person they had created. A few hours before they were to be discharged home, a nurse noticed a possible marker for a genetic abnormality and then a cardiac echo was done. Exton's mom, … Continue reading Extra Exton
Parade of Costumes
One of the great things about Halloween is the opportunity to be able to dress up as anything you want to be. For one night you can be your favorite hero, or your own nightmare. It's also a chance for our families to show off their creative talents, and let me tell you, these guys … Continue reading Parade of Costumes
So, Your Child Is Going Home On A Ventilator
That's a scary sentence to hear. How on Earth can you manage a life sustaining device at home... by yourself? When it comes to your kids, people can do AMAZING things, including this. In this article we will go over the basics, see what everything looks like, and get a little groundwork to get you … Continue reading So, Your Child Is Going Home On A Ventilator
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Traveling/Vacationing With Medical Equipment
Vacation time is usually a time of preparation, packing, planning, and “what-iffing”. You have to be sure that you have everything packed that you may need to wear or use. You have to be certain that your travel route is planned and coordinated. You make sure that your schedule is set, so that you know … Continue reading Traveling/Vacationing With Medical Equipment
Corey Bishop Legacy Camp 2019 Highlights
https://videopress.com/v/E5gkZqCV?preloadContent=metadata vent-camp Each year, the ventilator patients and their families are able to attend a camp on Lake Martin. For a few days every year, they get to be as "normal" as possible. Children's Harbor, an amazing vent momma Kara Snead (Corey's mom), and many many volunteers make this magical event possible. The kiddos get … Continue reading Corey Bishop Legacy Camp 2019 Highlights
Respiratory Home Equipment
Fun fact, all of that equipment you've been getting nice and acquainted with in the hospital is a little different for home. Most of the equipment operates the same, but looks and sounds entirely different. Don't you just love change? So let's take a look at all of the different types of respiratory equipment your … Continue reading Respiratory Home Equipment
