My medical supply company has been trying to gently persuade me to give up my bulky, old-school ventilator in favor of a newer, more compact model. I’ve been reluctant simply because I’m so accustomed to my current vent (the LP-10, if you’re curious) and how it interfaces with me. I know how to trigger the alarm to get someone’s attention and how to tweak the settings when necessary (such as when I’m doing a lot of public speaking). In short, it’s familiar and comfortable.
Yesterday, I received a letter from my supply company notifying me that there’s a slight problem with the new ventilator intended to replace my current vent. Apparently, it may suddenly stop working without warning. I understand that any medical device can malfunction, but my clunky LP-10 has been a dependable machine over nearly two decades of use. As you might guess, I’m even less enthusiastic about the new vent now.
I’m usually an enthusiastic adopter of new technology, but this might be an instance where sticking with what works is the better option.
Stick with what works and aren’t we as folks using State services suppose to be trying to save resources.