Anaesthetic machine

ID: anaesthetic-machine

An anaesthetic machine is a medical device used to deliver inhalational anaesthesia to patients undergoing surgical procedures. It is a vital component in the operating theatre, providing controlled delivery of anaesthetic gases and oxygen, while also monitoring the patient’s vital signs. The main components of an anaesthetic machine typically include: 1. **Gas Supply Sources**: These include cylinders of oxygen and nitrous oxide, as well as connections to a medical gas pipeline that supplies various anaesthetic gases.

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