Introduction; Intended Use; Contraindications; Side Effects - Weinmann JOYCEeasy WM 25510 Instrucciones De Uso

1 Introduction

1.1 Intended use

This nasal mask JOYCEeasy is used for
treating sleep apnea and for non-invasive
ventilation of patients with respiratory
insufficiency. It serves as a connecting
element between the patient and the
therapy device.

1.2 Contraindications

In the case that any of the following
symptoms are present the mask may not be
used, or only with particular caution:
erosions and ulcerations, skin allergies, flush
of the facial skin, pressure marks on the
face, claustrophobia, anxiety, deformities of
the face or nasopharynx, intake of
medication which may induce vomiting, the
necessity for immediate intubation. Please
also observe the contraindications in the
instructions for use of your therapy device.

1.3 Side effects

Nasal congestion, dry nose, morning
xerostomia (dry mouth), feeling of pressure
in the sinuses, irritated conjunctiva, skin
rashes, pressure marks in the face, irritating
noises when breathing.

2 Safety

Please read these instructions carefully. They
are a constituent part of the mask and must
be available at all times. In accordance with
Directive 93/42/EEC, observe the points
below.

2.1 Safety information

Risk of injury from the supply of
oxygen!
Oxygen can deposit on clothing, bed linen
and hair. In conjunction with smoking,
naked flames or electrical equipment, it can
cause fires and explosions.
 Do not smoke.
 Avoid naked flames.
 Do not use electrically conductive tubes
(exception: breathing tubes which can
be heated electrically).
Risk of injury from oxygen therapy!
Oxygen therapies can lead to side effects in
case of incorrect use or dosage.
 Only administer oxygen as prescribed by
a physician.
 Follow the instructions for use of the
oxygen system and therapy device.
Risk of injury from re-inhaling CO
If the mask is used incorrectly, CO
re-inhaled.
 Do not close the openings of the mask.
 Only apply the mask for a prolonged
period if the therapy device is running.
 Only use the mask within the quoted
therapy pressure range.
 Do not use the mask on patients who
cannot take it off themselves.
Risk of injury from slipping of the
mask!
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