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A CPAP machine can damage a person'a ears. The CPAP blows air into the middle ear using pressure and causes problems that are difficult to treat.
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What is ramp on a CPAP machine?
Ramp is a comfort feature on a CPAP machine. The ramp function increases the pressure gradually until it reaches the prescribed pressure. Some CPAP users find this gradual increase to be more comfortable than starting with the higher pressure prescribed.
Can your cpap machine pressure be too high?
Yes. Excessively high pressures will cause the mask to leak and affect the CPAP's performance.
Can you use a cpap machine when you need a bipap?
No, because it uses pressure to aid breathing. If two people are connected to one source of pressure, it will either not be enough pressure (assuming both people are breathing in and out in unison) or if one person is breathing in whilst the other out, the pressure will be mis-placed.
What is CPAP?
A machine that provides room air under pressure for people with sleep apnea that have irregular breathing when they are asleep.
What is VA disability rating for mild sleep apnea with CPAP machine?
How many times does a person have to stop breathing during sleep to have sleep apnea?
How do you get electricity for a CPAP sleep machine while sleeping?
Most CPAP machines plug directly in the wall. If you're talking about using a CPAP while camping or somewhere without power, you can buy batteries specifically for your CPAP machine.
What is the purpose of a CPAP mask?
The purpose of a CPAP mask is to better the sleep of those diagnosed with sleep apnea. A CPAP machine provides a steady stream of oxygen through the nose and the throat while he/she sleeps. There are many different kinds of machines for each particular person based on their needs. CPAP machines eliminate snoring issues, and have also proven to lower blood pressure the following day for people who use them.
Will Illinois medicaid pay for a CPAP machine?
yes
How do you adjust the air pressure of a c pap machine?
You can't. It has to be adjusted by a technician working for the company who provided the machine to you, and only on the order of the physician. After all, an inappropriate pressure could be harmful to the patient. If you think your CPAP pressure is inappropriate, simply contact the physician who prescribed it and tell him or her.
Can you sell a cpap machine online?
Yes it can be sold to either a company or as a person to person sale. A prescription is not required to purchase a CPAP machine from a person. However, most companies will not sell a machine without a prescription.
What pressure do you use for infant cpap?
3-5 cmH2o is usually a good starting point for infant CPAP
When you have sleep apnea do the mask has oxgen in it?
Not usually. Sleep apnea is treated with a CPAP (Continuous Positive Airway Pressure) machine that delivers pressurized room air to a mask or nasal "pillows". Some CPAP patients may also receive oxygen therapy, but this is unusual.
