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C-pap machines are devices that help one who has trouble sleeping at night due to Sleep Apnea, or severe snoring issues. The C-pap keeps the tissue in a persons throat open with pressurized air flow.
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∙ 11y ago
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∙ 11y agoCPAP or Continuous Positive Air Pressure is a minimally invasive device which introduces air into a patients system via either a mask, nasal canula, or combination. The pressure measured in millimeters of water, is determined by the treating physician with input from the polysomnographer and/or respiratory therapist. It is used in treating patients with Apnea, most commonly sleep apnea to improve their outcome.
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∙ 10y agoA CPAP or continuous positive airway pressure machine is used to assist those who suffer from sleep apnea. Sleep apnea is a condition that causes the sufferer to stop breathing for a brief moment while sleeping.
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∙ 11y agoA CPAP device is used to treat patient with breathing problems. Usually apneas and most commonly sleep apnea or pauses in your breathing while sleeping.
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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.
Does Cpap or Apnea machines create a false positive for alcohol in urine?
Not unless you fill the humidifier with vodka.
What is the name of the machine?
One name for a breathing machine is a ventilator. Old timey breathing machines were called "iron lungs." Some people consider CPAP machines and nebulizers breathing machines, but they do not breathe for you.
Are res-med cpap machines and their replacement parts covered and how often?
CPAP equipment and their replacement parts are covered under most insurances, however the scale of how many and how often varies from company to company. You should contact your insurance provider's customer service line to find out your replacement schedule.
Can you put camphor in the water in your husbands Cpap machine?
Nothing should be added to the water in the humidifier. The only thing that should be put here is STERILE or DISTILLED Water. Adding anything else can cause adverse affects to the humidifier rendering it inoperable. Certain additives can also allow the growth of bacteria which would then be breathed into the lungs. There are aromatherapy options that can be used with CPAP machines by using a third party applicator system to allow the use of aromatherapy while under CPAP therapy. These can be obtained through some CPAP suppliers.
Should a preterm baby have cpap or ppv for apnea?
This is the kind of question that needs to be answered by your doctor or pediatrician. You should NOT try treatment of this kind (or any other kind, for that matter) on your own, without consulting a specialist.The pressures used in adult CPAP machines may well be damaging to a premature infant.
What kind of market does Phillips Respironics target?
Phillips Respironics targets the sleep market and home respiratory market. They provide patients with the home care electronics they need. Such as cpap machines.
Which medical conditions require the use of a CPAP machine?
CPAP machines are used to provide respiratory ventilation to an individual who is having a hard time breathing. Many different medical conditions exist where this device will be useful. Some examples include: Infection of the throat, irritation of the throat, and any surgical recovery when medicated depending on the type of surgery.
Where does a person get a cpap?
A person may get a cpap from the gynecologist. If there is not a gynecologist office located near by, the patient may go to her family doctor. Sometimes the family doctor will perform a cpap.
Can the pressure of a CPAP machine damage a person's ears?
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.
Could you show me the pillow and pillow cae and the poe used for CPAP?
These are really optional and not required for CPAP therapy use. There are several options available for cpap pillows and their cases available. Try searching for CPAP pillow in search bar of your browser/search engine. The pole being referred to is for "hose management" during CPAP therapy use. While it is helpful, again it is not required. Try searching for CPAP hose management in search bar of your browser/search engine.
