What does C_Pap stand for?
Continuous Positive Airway Pressure
What is PAP?
Positive Airway Pressure
Name 3 types of Positive Airway Pressure
1. CPap, 2. Apap 3.Bi-level
What does the cpap machine do?
Delivers a constant flow of air via a mask while you sleep, helps keep airways open
What does APAP stand for?
Automatic positive airway pressure
What does the Apap machine do?
Works like a cpap but delivers a a certain amount of pressure
What is a Bi-level machine?
An advanced machine for people with severe respiratory problems
What 3 basic components do all cpap systems have?
1. machine 2. mask 3. tube