Werbung
• This mask should not be used for patients who are uncooperative, obtunded, unresponsive, or
unable to remove the mask by themselves.
• This mask is not recommended for patients who are taking a prescription drug that may
cause vomiting.
• Appropriate patient monitoring should be used as medically necessary.
• The mask contains small parts which could result in a choking hazard.
• If an additional exhalation device is added to the patient circuit, you may need to adjust the
pressure level to compensate for the additional leak of the exhalation device.
• This mask does not include an anti-asphyxia valve that would allow a patient to breathe if the
ventilator failed.
• Hand wash prior to first use. Inspect the mask for damage or wear (cracking, crazing, tears,
etc). Discard and replace any components as necessary.
• Use of a nasal or full face mask may cause tooth, gum, or jaw soreness or aggravate an existing
dental condition. Consult your physician or dentist if symptoms
occur.
Contraindications
This mask may not be suitable for persons with the following
conditions: glaucoma, recent eye surgery or dry eyes, impaired cardiac
sphincter function, excessive reflux, impaired cough reflex, and hiatal
hernia. It should not be used if the patient is unable to remove the
mask by themselves.
Before Use
• Read and understand the instructions completely.
• Hand wash the mask.
• Wash your face.
• Verify that the therapy device, i.e., ventilator, including the alarms
and safety systems, has been validated prior to use.
• Check for the blue elbow on the mask, and note that the mask
does not include an anti-asphyxia valve that would allow the
patient to breathe if the ventilator failed.
• If a nasogastric (NG) tube or similar device is in place, use the
optional NG tube sealing pad. Position the pad so that its flat
surface is against the patient's face and the C-shaped opening
surrounds the tube.
• Inspect the mask components for damage or wear; replace
if necessary.
• Verify therapy device pressure(s).
Cleaning Instructions
Hand wash the mask before first use and daily. The headgear should be hand washed
weekly, or as needed. The headgear does not need to be removed for daily cleaning of the
mask.
1. Hand wash mask in warm water with a mild liquid dishwashing detergent.
Caution: Do not use bleach, alcohol, cleaning solutions containing bleach or alcohol, or
cleaning solutions containing conditioners or moisturizers.
Caution: Any deviation from these instructions may impact the performance of the
product.
2. Rinse thoroughly. Air dry completely before use. Make sure the mask is dry before use. Lay the
headgear flat or line dry. Do not place the headgear into the dryer.
Caution: Inspect the mask for damage or wear (cracking, crazing, tears, etc). Discard and
replace any components as necessary.
2
G
F
E
H
D
Figure 1
A = Top Strap
B = Side Strap
C = Bottom Strap
D = Headgear Clip
E = Blue Standard Elbow (SE)
F = Faceplate
G = Cushion
H = Dual Limb Tubing (not
included)
A
B
C
Werbung
