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Nasal CPAP/Bi-Level

PATIENT/CAREGIVER INSTRUCTIONS

To be used in conjunction

with CPAP/Bi-Level

equipment prescribed

by physician, and

product-speciﬁc

operating manual.

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Страница 1: ...Nasal CPAP Bi Level PATIENT CAREGIVER INSTRUCTIONS To be used in conjunction with CPAP Bi Level equipment prescribed by physician and product speciﬁc operating manual ...

Страница 2: ...Follow all warnings and instruction labels on medical devices To obtain a copy of the manufacturer s product manual visit us at apria com ...

Страница 3: ...sal CPAP Bi Level Therapy Is Needed 4 Your CPAP Bi Level Unit 5 Circuit 6 General Setup and Operation of CPAP Bi Level Unit and Accessories 7 OperatingYour CPAP Bi Level Unit 8 AssemblingYour Headgear and Mask Circuit 9 Final Assembly 10 Bi Level Positive Airway Pressure 11 Using a Humidiﬁer withYour System 12 CleaningYour Humidiﬁer 13 Using Oxygen withYour CPAP Bi Level Unit 14 CleaningYour Equip...

Страница 4: ...__________ Headgear _____________________________ Filters ________________________________ Ramp ________________________________ Humidiﬁer ___________________________ Oxygen prescription ____________________ ______________________________________ Prescription date _______________________ Other ________________________________ A heated humidiﬁer requires a physician s order Your CPAP Bi Level unit ...

Страница 5: ... the phone number on your Apria Service and Sales Agreement and an Apria representative will send the form to you Additional Supplies Your CPAP headgear and mask will wear out over time To replace these items or to purchase additional supplies call Apria Healthcare Why Nasal CPAP Bi Level Therapy Is Needed Both CPAP and Bi Level therapies use Continuous Positive Airway Pressure CPAP to treat Obstr...

Страница 6: ...P Bi Level unit treats Obstructive Sleep Apnea by providing low pressure airﬂow to your airways by means of a nasal mask that ﬁts over the nose or nasal pillows which are inserted into the nostrils Air pressure holds the airway open preventing the collapse of the palate and tongue over the air passage This allows for normal breathing and uninterrupted sleep Your CPAP Bi Level Unit Note Your unit m...

Страница 7: ...g a nasal pillow circuit you will need the following items tubing which attaches to the air outlet on the CPAP Bi Level unit a shell to which the nasal pillows are attached nasal pillows which ﬁt snugly in the nostrils and nasal pillow headgear which secures the nasal pillows to the nose and maintains a proper seal in both nostrils Nasal Mask Circuit If you are using a nasal mask circuit you will ...

Страница 8: ... the CPAP Bi Level unit and the other end to the inlet port on the humidiﬁer reservoir c Connect your large bore tubing to air outlet on your humidiﬁer d Proceed to Step 5 4 Connect your large bore tubing to the air outlet on the CPAP Bi Level unit Page 6 5 Assemble your headgear and mask circuit Pages 7 8 6 Place the mask headgear on your head Pages 7 8 7 Connect your headgear and mask circuit to...

Страница 9: ...hat utilizes the 2 prong plug Step 3 If the AC power cord is not permanently attached to your unit plug its female end into the AC power inlet on the back of the unit Plug the other end of the cord into an appropriate as described in Step 2 electrical power outlet Do not use an extension cord with your unit Do not plug the unit into an outlet that has other major appliances plugged into it Step 4 ...

Страница 10: ...ng them until the mask ﬁts comfortably against the face A tighter ﬁt is not necessarily better it can be loose as long as the seal is maintained Do not block the exhalation port on your nasal mask circuit The exhalation port may be located at the base of your mask or in a special attachment between your mask and tubing Helpful Hints For ease in future adjustments you may wish to use permanent ink ...

Страница 11: ...rtable Step 5 Adjust the side straps evenly by pulling downwards the mask should feel secure and comfortable against your face Do not over tighten Step 6 Final adjustments for comfort and seal should be made while lying down with your device pressure applied Note If excessive leaks persist try an alternate cushion size Do not block the exhalation port on your nasal pillow circuit Your exhalation p...

Страница 12: ...nt of time you desire Step 4 Relax and take slow deep breaths through your nose If you need to get up during the night press the power switch to OFF and disconnect the tubing from the nasal mask or nasal pillow assembly leaving the mask or nasal pillows and headgear on your head Reattach the tubing when you return to bed and press the power switch to ON You may wish to reactivate the ramp feature ...

Страница 13: ...ur unit Do not use medications in the water reservoir To prevent electrical hazard do not allow water to come into contact with any part of the unit other than the water reservoir Step 2 Connect the short humidiﬁer tube to the air outlet on the unit and the inlet port on the humidiﬁer reservoir Refer to your speciﬁc device s manufacturer s user manual Step 3 Connect the patient tubing to the outle...

Страница 14: ...gen tee adapter or a port on the nasal mask If your oxygen is administered with a tee adapter the adapter may be connected to the air outlet on the unit or between the tubing and nasal mask Your tubing is connected to the large end on the tee adapter and the small tubing from your oxygen system is connected to the small nipple on the tee adapter Always turn your CPAP or Bi Level unit ON before tur...

Страница 15: ...he pillows from the shell swivel connector and tubing Step 3 With a soft cloth gently wash the mask or pillows with a solution of warm water and a mild clear liquid detergent Step 4 Rinse thoroughly If the mask still feels oily repeat step 3 Step 5 Allow the mask or pillows to air dry Do not place any supplies in the dryer Cleaning the CPAP Bi Level Unit Clean Your Unit as Necessary Step 1 Unplug ...

Страница 16: ... normal Nasal congestion is the most common side eﬀect of CPAP therapy A common cause of nasal congestion is the drying and cooling of the upper airway by your CPAP device This is responsible for the feeling of dryness in the throat or nose Many times this will resolve itself as you become accustomed to your CPAP unit It may take up to four weeks 7 The CPAP machine is designed to eliminate the int...

Страница 17: ...quipment Safely Never immerse the CPAP or Bi Level unit in water Never try to clean the unit by placing it in water The electrical components will be damaged and this can create a shock to the user the next time it is plugged into an electrical outlet Never plug in the unit if it is wet or damp Moisture always increases the potential of electrical shock Never plug your unit into an electrical outl...

Страница 18: ...ould help you plan and prepare for any trip Contact your physician to make sure your proposed trip is medically safe and to obtain additional copies of your prescription If traveling by plane DO NOT check your CPAP or Bi Level unit Carry the unit on the plane with you in a padded case Be sure to pack the cord all accessories and the manufacturer s user manual When traveling to another country cont...

Страница 19: ...midity or you may need a humidifier to use with your unit Reposition the tubing so that it runs under your bed covers to reduce heat loss Increase the room humidity or moisture in the air Consult with your physician or Apria Healthcare about using a humidifier with your CPAP unit Ask your physician about nasal sprays or gels Make sure that you are keeping your mouth closed and take slow relaxed br...

Страница 20: ...hcare Contact Apria Healthcare Replace or clean the filter Move the unit away from bedclothes or curtains that block the flow of air around the unit Turn down the thermostat at night Add a second length of tubing to the circuit to allow the air to cool Place the unit on the floor where the air may be cooler Sinus infection or middle ear infection Pressures above 12 5 cm H2O may cause feelings of d...

Страница 21: ... your switch is set on 115V If the new fuses blow out contact Apria Healthcare Recharge or replace battery Verify that the power cord is completely connected at the rear of the unit and at the outlet Verify that the voltage selection switch setting is not set too high i e your electrical line is 115V but your switch is set on 230V Contact Apria Healthcare Contact Apria Healthcare Power cord not fi...

Страница 22: ...ack To voice a concern you should take these steps 1 Call the Apria Customer Service for Patient Concerns at 1 800 260 8808 OR 2 Contact us by e mail at Patient_Satisfaction apria com OR 3 Visit our web site at apria com Satisfaction Survey Process Our goal is to ensure your satisfaction You will likely receive an Apria patient satisfaction questionnaire and we hope that you will take a few minute...

Страница 23: ...RES 2004 Rev 08 20_v30 2020 Apria Healthcare Group Inc Visit us at apria com Education News Articles Services ...

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