Can I cut or modify the patient tubing, prongs, or other accessories?
No, you should not cut or modify any of the accessories. If
you alter or modify the accessories, you may provide an unsafe level of flow or
pressure to the patient and harm the patient.
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Do I have to change the prongs, patient tubing, hat, etc., while the patient is receiving treatment?
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What do I do if the prongs won't stay in the patient's nose?
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How many times can I reuse the accessories?
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What do I do if the water isn't bubbling when the prongs are in the patient's nose?
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How do I know if the patient tubing is properly connected to the unit?
When you connect the patient tubing, you will hear a ‘click’ when the tubing snaps into place. The tubing that connects to the bottle will only connect to the bottle and the tubing that connects to the unit will only connect to the unit.