ALL MEDICAL EQUIPEMT
Here’s a comprehensive list of all major medical equipment, categorized by use — whether for home care, hospital use, or personal health monitoring. You can rent or buy many of these for home use depending on the patient's condition.
π₯ A. Home Care & Hospital Bedside Equipment
Equipment Purpose
Hospital Bed Adjustable for comfort, often motorized or manual
Air Mattress/Anti-bed sore Prevents pressure sores for bed-ridden patients
Bedside Commode Chair Toilet aid for immobile patients
Overbed Table For meals or activities while in bed
IV Stand Holds IV fluids or nutrition bags
Suction Machine Clears airway of secretions (especially in ICU care)
Pulse Oximeter Monitors blood oxygen and heart rate
π¨ B. Respiratory & Oxygen Support Equipment
Equipment Purpose
Oxygen Concentrator Delivers oxygen from ambient air (5L/10L/portable)
Oxygen Cylinder Compressed oxygen storage (portable or stationary)
BiPAP Machine Non-invasive ventilation for breathing support
CPAP Machine Used mainly for sleep apnea
Ventilator Full respiratory support (ICU-level, invasive)
Nebulizer Delivers aerosolized medication for respiratory issues
Humidifier Bottle Moistens oxygen to prevent dryness in nose/throat
Ambu Bag Manual resuscitation bag for emergencies
π§ C. Monitoring & Diagnostic Devices
Equipment Purpose
Digital Thermometer Measures body temperature
Blood Pressure Monitor Tracks systolic and diastolic BP
Glucometer Measures blood glucose levels
ECG Machine (Portable) Monitors heart rhythms
Patient Monitor Displays vitals: ECG, BP, HR, SPO2, Resp, Temp
Fetal Doppler Monitors fetal heartbeat (for pregnant women)
𦽠D. Mobility Aids
Equipment Purpose
Wheelchair Manual or electric for immobile patients
Walker / Walking Frame Provides stability during walking
Walking Stick / Crutches Support during recovery or mobility impairment
Stair Climber Wheelchair For multi-story homes
Transfer Board / Slide Sheet Assists in moving patients from bed to chair, etc.
π E. Nursing & Therapy Equipment
Equipment Purpose
Infusion Pump Delivers fluids, medication, or nutrients over time
Syringe Pump Precise delivery of small-volume medication
Feeding Pump/PEG Pump Nutritional feeding for patients with GI issues
Urine Bag/Catheter Kit For urinary incontinence or post-op care
Colostomy Kit For patients with ostomy surgery
Hot/Cold Therapy Packs Pain and inflammation management
Physical Therapy Kit Includes resistance bands, therapy balls, balance aids
π F. Specialty Equipment for Chronic/ICU/Home ICU Care
Equipment Purpose
Home ICU Setup Bed, oxygen, monitor, ventilator, suction, etc.
DVT Pump Prevents deep vein thrombosis in immobile patients
Spirometer Measures lung function (in COPD, asthma, recovery)
Defibrillator (AED) Emergency treatment of cardiac arrest
Foot Drop Splint Corrects gait in stroke/paralysis recovery
πΆ G. Pediatric/Neonatal Equipment
Equipment Purpose
Infant Warmer Maintains baby’s body temperature
Phototherapy Unit Treats neonatal jaundice
Neonatal CPAP/BiPAP Breathing support for newborns
Breast Pump (Electric/Manual) For lactating mothers
π¬ H. Personal Health and Wellness Devices
Equipment Purpose
Weighing Scale (Digital/BMI) Health and weight tracking
Smart Health Watches Heart rate, ECG, steps, BP (non-medical-grade)
Air Purifier For respiratory patients (asthma, COPD)
Would you like help comparing prices for a specific device (like a hospital bed or concentrator), or do you want a customized list based on your patient’s condition?
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