2.3 Description of function
Compressor with nebuliser
Compressed air
Aerosol
The compressor supplies the nebuliser with compressed air.
Compressed
air
Aerosol
Ambient air
Liquid
When compressed air is supplied,
the nebuliser generates an aero-
sol from the liquid, for example
the medication with which it is
filled. This aerosol is breathed
into the lungs through the mouth-
piece or optionally a mask.
Mask
The mask makes it possible to inhale aerosol through the
mouth and the nose.
The patient can breathe out through the exhalation valve at the
bottom end of the mask without having to take the mask off.
The mask can be held firmly in position on the face with the aid
of the elastic band which is attached to the side openings of
the mask.
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