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Bag valve mask
A BVM Resuscitator (Bag Valve Mask) is a part of the usual equipment carried by ALS (advanced life support) and BLS (basic life support) units to provide patient treatment in medical emergencies such as cardiac arrest. The BVM is also frequently used in hospitals, and is an essential part of a crash cart.
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