Table 1.

Extra components needed for dual-patient ventilation

Part	Function
Tee connector	Split the breathing circuit
Flow restrictor × 2	Titrate flow
Wye connector	Joins the two exhalation valve lines back to the ventilator
3-way flow valve	Allows specified patient to be monitored via the proximal line
Flow restrictor to tube adapter	Enable use of the flow restrictors
Circuit adapters (not in final setup)	Acts as a place holder to connect the two ends of the breathing circuit where the FRE will be placed
Respiratory profile monitor	Monitor both patients
Viral filter × 4	Prevent viral spreading between patients