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The Nasal Cannula is a simple, effective, and comfortable device for delivering oxygen. This device consists of a PVC plastic tube and a set of two prongs that are placed in the nostrils. Cannula is a great option for those who need oxygen regularly, but don't want the restriction of a mask.
Which Is the Best Cannula For You?
What Are the Advantages of Nasal Cannula?
Which Is Better Nasal Cannula or Oxygen Mask?
What Are the Risks of Nasal Oxygen Cannula?
How to Insert a Nasal Cannula?
The Nasal Cannula is a simple, effective, comfortable device for delivering low-flow oxygen. One end of the plastic tubing is equipped with nasal prongs which fit into the front of the nostrils, with the loop hooked over the ears and the end attached to an oxygen source. Cannulas are inexpensive, disposable, and easily accepted by most patients.
Nasal cannulas are typically used to treat people who have respiratory conditions such as:
Asthma
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
Sleep apnea
Pneumonia
Intubation
Extubation
General difficulty breathing
Choosing the right and comfortable oxygen cannula is an important step toward ensuring a safe and healthy oxygen therapy process.
Most nasal cannulas come in three basic sizes: adult, pediatric, or infant.
Prongs are small tube openings inserted into the nostrils. Prong types: Curved prong, Flared prong, Straight prong, and Soft prong is available. Most patients prefer a curved shape as it matches the natural curvature of the nasal canal.
Extremely lightweight and flexible.
Simple and comfortable to wear.
Inexpensive and easily replaceable.
Soft, comfortable and flexible nostrils.
Suitable for easy and efficient administration of oxygen.
Allow the patient to eat and speak while wearing oxygen
Lightweight and cheap with ease of use.
Many patients use the nasal cannula to receive their supplemental oxygen, but there are a few people who prefer or need to use oxygen masks instead.
Cannula is a great option for those who need oxygen regularly, but don't want the restriction of a mask.
Nasal cannula is often more comfortable than oxygen masks, and it allows the patient to have more ease talking than they would with a mask.
Nasal Oxygen Cannula are usually very well tolerated, but complications can occur and include drying of mucous membranes dryness, Nasal injury or irritation.
1. Choose the correct size cannula.
2. Plug the tip connector into the oxygen source.
3. Adjust the flow control knob to the prescribed liter flow.
3. Insert the nasal tips into the nostrils with the two plastic tubes over the ears and under the chin.
5. Move the slider up the tubes to adjust the fit.
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