Adult Bag Valve Mask

Name: Adult Bag Valve Mask
Brand: MED-TAC International
SKU: LX-BVM-A-1
Price: 15.99 USD
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Size: Adult - Mask Size 5

Adult - Mask Size 5

Small Adult - Mas Size 4

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SKU: LX-BVM-A-1

Type: Airway Device

Vendor: MED-TAC International

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PRODUCT INFORMATION

MED-TAC · BLS Airway & Ventilation

Adult Bag Valve Mask

Manual positive-pressure ventilation for the non-breathing or inadequately breathing adult — no electricity required.

What is the MED-TAC Adult Bag Valve Mask? A manual pulmonary resuscitator (BVM) for BLS-level respiratory support of non-breathing or inadequately breathing adult patients. Available in Adult Mask Size 5 (LX-BVM-A-1) and Small Adult Mask Size 4 (LX-BVM-A-2), 10 oz, built for BLS kits, EMS bags, and vehicle first-aid supplies. It delivers positive-pressure ventilation without electricity — the core tool of basic respiratory support in pre-hospital and emergency settings.

Provider scope

Bag-valve-mask ventilation is a trained psychomotor skill — mask seal, rate, and tidal-volume control require hands-on instruction and ongoing practice. This page describes the device and its specifications and is not a substitute for accredited BLS or airway training.

What It Is

The bag valve mask (BVM) — also called a manual pulmonary resuscitator — is the fundamental tool for assisted ventilation in emergency medicine. When a patient is not breathing or is breathing inadequately, the BVM delivers positive-pressure breaths through a tight-fitting face mask, pushing air (or oxygen-enriched air) into the lungs. The MED-TAC Adult BVM is a reliable, cost-effective option for outfitting BLS kits, fire/EMS bags, vehicle trauma kits, and basic life support training environments.

Two mask sizes are available: Size 5 for average to larger adults, and Size 4 for smaller adults. Correct mask size matters for an adequate seal — a leaking mask reduces tidal-volume delivery and diminishes ventilation effectiveness. The included reservoir bag enables oxygen-enriched ventilation when connected to supplemental oxygen, elevating delivered FiO₂ from room air (~21%) toward 85–90% at proper flow rates.

Evidence & Training Rationale

Large 1,900 mL adult BVM bags are associated with over-ventilation — delivered tidal volumes well above the 500–600 mL appropriate for most adults. CoTCCC's 2024 airway update notes that smaller (~1,000 mL) bags can deliver more appropriate adult tidal volumes, and that correctly performed BVM ventilation provides outcomes equivalent to advanced airways (supraglottic, endotracheal) in many casualty scenarios — keeping it the first-line ventilation tool in Tactical Field Care when paired with appropriate tidal volumes.

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Key Specifications

Manufacturer / Vendor	MED-TAC International
SKU (Adult Mask Size 5)	LX-BVM-A-1
SKU (Small Adult Mask Size 4)	LX-BVM-A-2
Available Sizes	Adult — Mask Size 5; Small Adult — Mask Size 4
Type	Manual Pulmonary Resuscitator (BVM)
Reservoir Bag	Included — oxygen reservoir for oxygen-enriched ventilation
Patient Connection	Standard 15mm ID / 22mm OD (universal)
Weight	10 oz
Application	BLS, EMS, first aid, vehicle kit

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All products sourced from the actual brand manufacturer or authorized master distributors. CoTCCC recommendation status verified where applicable. Ships from MED-TAC International, Pembroke Pines, FL — clinician-founded, veteran-led, SDVOSB-certified.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Available Options:

Adult - Mask Size 5
Small Adult - Mas Size 4

SPECS & MEASUREMENTS

Specifications coming soon. Contact us for detailed product information.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the difference between mask size 4 and mask size 5 for the Adult BVM?

Mask Size 5 is the standard adult face mask for average to larger-framed adults. Mask Size 4 (Small Adult) is designed for smaller adult faces — smaller females, older adolescents, and smaller-framed adults. Proper mask sizing is critical for achieving an adequate face seal. A mask that is too large will have areas of air leak around the face; one that is too small may not cover the nose and mouth adequately. Both sizes accommodate the standard adult BVM body — only the mask changes.

How much air should I deliver with each BVM breath?

For adult patients, the AHA and CoTCCC guidelines recommend delivering approximately 500–600 mL per breath (approximately 6–7 mL/kg for an average 70 kg adult). With a standard adult BVM (1,900 mL bag), this means squeezing approximately one-quarter to one-third of the bag with one hand. Studies have shown that most providers significantly over-ventilate patients when using adult BVMs, which can cause gastric inflation, aspiration, and lung injury. Controlled, deliberate squeezing technique is essential.

Can the MED-TAC Adult BVM be connected to oxygen?

Yes. The MED-TAC Adult BVM includes an oxygen reservoir bag that connects to a supplemental oxygen source. When connected to oxygen at approximately 10–15 LPM, the BVM can deliver approximately 85–90% FiO2 (compared to 21% with room air). Connect the oxygen tubing to the inlet port on the reservoir bag and ensure adequate flow to keep the reservoir inflated. See MED-TAC's oxygen equipment — including the Mini O2 Regulator and Size D Oxygen Cylinder — for a complete oxygen delivery system.

Is a BVM better than an advanced airway for trauma patients?

Per the 2024 CoTCCC airway update, BVM ventilation provides comparable or better outcomes to advanced airways (supraglottic, endotracheal) for many trauma patients in the prehospital setting. A major Japanese study of 649,359 patients found that BVM ventilation was associated with better neurological outcomes than advanced airway placement. CoTCCC does not recommend advanced airway insertion for non-cardiac-arrest trauma patients when adequate BVM ventilation can be maintained. The BVM remains the first-line assisted ventilation tool.

Do I need two people to effectively use a BVM?

Two-person BVM technique is strongly preferred when available. One provider focuses entirely on mask seal (using a two-hand EC-clamp technique), while the second provider squeezes the bag. This greatly improves tidal volume delivery and mask seal quality compared to one-person technique, especially in patients with challenging facial anatomy (beards, facial trauma, unusual anatomy). When only one provider is available, practice one-hand squeeze technique with focused attention on maintaining mask seal — or use an OPA to help maintain airway patency and reduce leak.