Vitalograph

AIM

For effective inhaler training on dry powder and metered dose inhalers

The unique Vitalograph AIM™ (Aerosol Inhalation Monitor) is designed to assist medical practitioners in assessing inhaler use, whether MDI or DPI. Mastery of the correct technique will support more accurate drug delivery and good patient compliance, resulting in better disease management and fewer visits to medical professionals.

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Validates effective use of an inhaler
Identifies correct choice of inhaler device type
Identifies and quantifies poor inhaler technique
Objective identification of proper use of the inhaler device
Assists in training patients to use their inhalers correctly
Provides clear feedback and instructions to subject and trainer
Easy to use, hygienic and low cost
Can optionally be used with a spacer

Product	AIM (Aerosol Inhalation Monitor)
Model Number	4500
Power Supply	AAA x 4
Weight	Net: 260g (inc batteries and tubing) Gross: 310g
Dimensions	Net: 165mm x 133mm x 39.6mm Gross: 190mm x 140mm x 65mm
Operating Temperature	10°C - 40°C
Storage Temperature	0°C - 50°C
Storage Relative Humdity	10% - 95%
Safety Standards	EN 60601-1:2005
Medical Safety Standard	Medical Devices Directive 93/42/EEC1993 as amended
Designed & Manufactured Under	ISO 13485:2003, FDA 21CFR820, CMDR & JPAL

45710	4500 AIM (Aerosol Inhalation Monitor)
45610	Disposable DPI Inhaler Mouthpiece(25)
45611	Disposable MDI Inhaler Mouthpiece (25)
79192	Replacement Silicone Tubing
45027	HFA Placebo Aerosol (8)

I was lecturing and chairing a day on inhaler devices for respiratory physicians. We had a few of the new AIM devices available and these were great in helping us demonstrate correct inhaler device technique; and to provide the doctors with a 'hands-on' opportunity to learn how to do so themselves.

Dr Mark L Levy FRCGP
General Practitioner with Special Interest in Respiratory Disease.

The AIM is a really useful means of training patients to use their inhalers properly, and should be an essential part of a respiratory clinician’s kit in the future if we are to improve compliance and concordance in our patients.

Stephen Foster
Respiratory and Allergy Specialist Pharmacist | Pierremont Healthcare Limited

With both asthma and COPD the appropriate choice and correct use of inhalers is essential for the effective management of the condition and its symptoms. Anything that can help demonstrate correct technique is useful and it is here that the AIM machine can play an important part in helping to ensure that patients are using the right device, in the right way, to gain maximal benefit from inhaled therapies.

Jane Scullion
Respiratory Nurse Consultant | EM Respiratory Clinical Lead

Q. Is any personal data saved on the lung monitor BT Smart?

A. No personal information such as patient demographics are entered or stored on the device.

Q. Can I use a Bacterial Viral Filter (BVF)?

A. Yes. A BVF is recommended if the device is intended for multi-patient use. The plastic mouthpiece supplied with the device can be used where the device is intended for single-patient use. For patient groups with excessive sputum production, a BVF can be used to protect the device turbine from exhaled particulate matter where this may be a concern.

Q. What does the quality of blow indicator detect?

A. The (!) appears after a blow if; Vext (extrapolated volume) is > 5% or 100mL of FEV6 or a cough is detected in the 1st second.

Q. Does the lung monitor BT Smart link to any current Apps?

A. Yes. The following Apps are currently supported:

Project breathe App

Q. How do I clean the device?

A. Hygiene & Cleaning instructions for this device is available here.