Philips OptiLife Mode D'emploi

OptiLife
Instructions for Use
Intended Use
The OptiLife Nasal Mask is intended to provide an interface for application of CPAP or bi-level
therapy to patients. The mask is for single patient use in the home and multi-patient use in the
hospital/institutional environment. The mask is to be used on patients (>66lbs/30kg) for whom
CPAP or bi-level therapy has been prescribed.
Note:
• An exhalation port is built into this mask so a separate exhalation port is not required.
• This mask does not contain natural rubber latex or DEHP.
Caution: U.S. Federal law restricts this device to sale by or on the order of a physician.
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Warnings
• This mask is not suitable for providing life support ventilation.
• Hand wash prior to use. Inspect the mask for damage or wear (cracking, crazing, tears, etc).
Discard and replace any components as necessary.
• Some users may experience skin redness, irritation, or discomfort. If this happens,
discontinue use and contact your healthcare professional.
• Consult a physician or dentist if you encounter tooth, gum, or jaw soreness. Use of a mask
may aggrivate an existing dental condition.
• Consult a physician if you experience the following symptoms while using the mask or
after removing it: Drying of the eyes, eye pain, eye infections, or blurred vision. Consult an
ophthalmologist if symptoms persist.
• The mask material should be away from your eyes.
• Do not overtighten the headgear straps. Watch for signs of overtightening, such as
excessive redness, sores, or bulging skin around the edges of the mask. Loosen the headgear
straps to alleviate symptoms.
• This mask is designed for use with CPAP or bi-level systems recommended by your
health care professional or respiratory therapist. Do not wear this mask unless the CPAP
or bi-level system is turned on and operating properly. Do not block or try to seal the
exhalation port. Explanation of the Warning: CPAP systems are intended to be used with
special masks with connectors which have vent holes to allow continuous flow of air out
of the mask. When the CPAP machine is turned on and functioning properly, new air from
the CPAP machine flushes the exhaled air out through the attached mask exhalation port.
However, when the CPAP machine is not operating, enough fresh air will not be provided
through the mask, and exhaled air may be rebreathed. Rebreathing of exhaled air for longer
than several minutes can in some circumstances lead to suffocation. This warning applies to
most models of CPAP systems.
Note
Does Not Contain
Natural Rubber Latex
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