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PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
Respiprogram device is a flow oriented respiration exerciser designed to encourage
deep inspiration (inhale). Deep breath helps to expand the lung alveoli as well as to
clear the airway passage of mucus.
INDICATIONS
To prevent postoperative respiratory complications, eg. atelectats, pneumonia or
pulmonary dysfunction.
CONTRAINDICATIONS
For eventual contraindications, address to your doctor or therapist.
CONTENS OF THE BAG
A) Respiprogram;
B) Insertion point with filter;
C) Tube with mouthpiece;
D) Detail of the tube insertion;
E) Seat for mouthpiece with tube
DIRECTIONS FOR USE
Remove the device from package and connect the filter end of tubing to the exer-
ciser.
You can label the device with your name in the white base to avoid the inadvertent
use by another patient. Seat comfortably to promote optimal lung expansion. If you
are unable to assume or maintain this position, perform the procedure in any position
as long as the device remains upright. Tilting the respiration exerciser decreases the
required effort and reduces the exercise’s effectiveness.
Exhale normally and place lips tightly around mouthpiece.
1) INHALE maximally trying to raise one, two or three balls according the instruc-
tions received from your doctor or nurse.
2) HOLD breath at least for 2 to 3 seconds and
3) EXHALE slowly through the nose, while removing the mouthpiece from lips
4) Relax after each deep breath and breathe normally.
5) Repeat the process at the frequency prescribed by your doctor.
6) Cough after the exercise to remove accumulated secretions. You may use a small
pillow for splinting chest incisions.
CAUTION
Use this device only under the prescription and directions given by your doctor.
If you feel light-headedness during the procedure, stop and rest before continuing.
In paediatric use, the child must be supervised during exercise.
As any medical device, keep it out of the reach of children.
CLEANING THE RESPIPROGRAM
The Respiprogram is a “single patient” device and should be used during the period
prescribed by your doctor.
