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5.4.2 Connecting/Positioning the Nasal Cannula
DANGER!
Risk of Injury or Death
The cannula can cause tripping, falling, or other injury if improperly positioned and secured. To avoid
injury or death:
-The cannula MUST be routed and secured properly.
-DO NOT position the cannula around the neck. Ensure the patient can move freely while
wearing the cannula.
-Avoid positioning cannulas across areas of high foot traffic (i.e. aisles, doorways, hallways, etc.)
WARNING!
Risk of Injury or Death
To avoid choking and/or strangulation from tubing entanglement:
-Keep children and pets away from nasal cannula and tubing.
-Close supervision is necessary when the nasal cannula is used by impaired individuals or near children
and/or impaired individuals.
WARNING!
Risk of Injury or Death
To reduce the risk of injury or death from illness:
-Replace the nasal cannula on a regular basis. Check with your home care provider or physician to
determine how often the cannula should be replaced.
-DO NOT share cannulas between patients. Cannulas are for single patient use only.
CAUTION!
Risk of Minor Injury or Discomfort
To ensure proper oxygen delivery:
-Ensure the cannula prongs are positioned properly in your nose. This is critical to the effectiveness of
the oxygen therapy.
-DO NOT use tubing/cannula length exceeding 15 m (50 ft).
-DO NOT place tubing on a cold floor when using a humidifier bottle, or condensation could occur and
travel to your nasal passages.
-Use crush-proof oxygen tubing.
-Check for oxygen flow at the outlet of the cannula.
Fig. 5-12 Concentrator without Humidifier Bottle
Fig. 5-13 Concentrator with Humidifier Bottle
Invacare® Platinum® 5NXG Oxygen Concentrator
