APRIA HEALTHCARE PATIENT/CAREGIVER INSTRUCTIONS
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Step 2:
Pulling the headgear over your head,
gently hold the pillows cushion under your
nose. The headgear should lie flat against the
back of your head.
Step 3:
Position the pillow cushion tips into
your nostrils so that they sit comfortably
under your nose without any gaps.
Step 4:
Adjust the top crown
strap so that the headgear sits
just above your ears and is
not too close to your eyes.
The headgear should fit
loosely and feel comfortable.
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 port is located
on the backside of the
shell holding the nasal
pillow cushions.
Adjust the top crown strap
Adjust the side straps evenly
Position the pillow cushion tips
Headgear should lie flat against the
back of your head
Make final adjustments
while lying down
Nasal pillow cushions
