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You may also want to explore the O2 generators electrical capabilities. If you are using the unit on standard 110-vac and the unit is also capable of operation of 220-vac, you may want to consider installing a 220-vac outlet so you can operate the u…
The length of the hose does affect the air pressure at the mask, no different than the changing the type or brands of masks as they all have a different air volume area.
Your machine is calibrated to deliver a given pressure in the selected mask an…
Anne,
You may want to invest in a generator being in the area you are, but there are other alternatives also.
In the "Search SleepGuide" area of this page (top right of the page), type in “backup power sources”. There are numerous threads dealing w…
The humidity setting is the one that works for YOU. It may change daily. You will find your settings.
The setting I use is the one to which I wake up feeling the closest to normal and to what doesn't feel like an army marched through my mouth.
Lik…
Why are CPAP machines tested? That is a concern?
My concern is for the things that are not tested and searched that end up allowing these radicals muslims onto aircraft that endanger everyone.
They can check anything and everything I have and I ha…
The 'scalloping" appears to be the impressions of the upper teeth, possibly the result of the tongue's position during the course of the night.
When was this picture obtained? Early AM upon waking up possibly?
Does it disappear after a short durat…
Judy, so many people act like sheep and wander aimlessly down the path to which the "medical community" wants them to travel. They never question the answers to which these “professionals” provide.
Until these blind followers stand up, ask question…
Judy,
That would be a question I could not answer. Medicare, like the rest of the US government lives in it's own large, bottomless world. Is Medicare administered by the H&HS administration? If it is, I would call them and inquire. Most they can sa…
James,
Congratulations. Welcome to the world of medical liability costs.
Those "few pieces of plastic" carry with it the built in costs of liability to which the medical industry is susceptible to as a result of the unscrupulous legal community. Th…
Ms Hoehn,
It appears that you took offense to my statement. Well I am going to step on your toes some more to prove a point.
You say you "got into medicine because we love the patients and we want to improve lives." I really believe you think that…
Richard,
You are crazy for letting go of the Humidifier. It provides you with a back up should yours fail.
You could also locate a backup machine to which the humidifier attaches, thus allowing you to air on the side of caution should your primary…
Banyon,
We as patients and as human beings, through our upbringing, have been taught that "professionals" would not cheat, deceive or mislead a person intentionally. These “professionals” were supposed to be above questionability, and they made sure…
Judy,
I so do agree with your statement that every patient should expect this type of treatment. I will also state that the greater majority of patient can only dream of this type of fantasy service.
It is such a shame that greed has become the sta…
I have kept my mouth shut since this was first posted for fear of reprisals, but the BS meter was continually going off with each visit to this posting.
When I read it, I had to step outside and do a reality check, once I figured out how to get off…
99,
The substitution of a script for a letter is a matter of legality and totally dependant upon the jurisdiction to which you are attempting to use it.
The way I understand it in the US is, a script is required for the purchase or distribution of…
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Comment Wall (16 comments)
- At 9:27am on December 29, 2009,
Renee said…
- Dan ~
Stopping by with Holiday Greetings and all Good Wishes for a fine, healthy, splendid (and well rested) New Year !
Renee
- At 7:06am on November 17, 2009,
Victor Tamosaitis said… - I downloaded the clinicians manual that you posted for the SleepStyle 600, but it appears to be missing the last page (A-6). I am interested in finding a guide to the error codes that the unit generates (I am getting an E32). Thanks for your help.
- At 10:42am on August 25, 2009,
Judy said…
- I know. And I almost feel ashamed riling Rock Hinkle. He is such a GREAT guy and such an asset to this forum! And I was so pleased w/Cindy Brown's comments. Actually, all of the comments, come to think of it. There is so much to be said in favor of each viewpoint. We've really go some great people and great pros in this forum!!!
- At 5:30am on August 25, 2009,
Judy said…
- Now, now, Dan! You and I know that. BUT the post "was" aimed at sleep professionals. *wicked grin*
Really kind of unfair of me to put "our" GOOD sleep pros on the spot but like I said, I'm feeling crochety this morning.
- At 1:09pm on August 14, 2009,
Connie Lyons said…
- That's right! Us Lyons" gotta stick together! :)
- At 3:21pm on July 31, 2009,
susan mccord said… - Dan, thanks for the Friend Beginner's Permit!!
Susan McCord :-)
- At 3:17pm on July 31, 2009,
susan mccord said…
- Every time I start to type CPAP, my fingers want to hit CRAP !!!!!!!!!!!
Could this be a Freudina Slip!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!???????????? LOL
- At 3:04pm on July 31, 2009,
susan mccord said…
- Dan, having worked in the mental health/healthcare system for many years, I'm sorry to say that, for the most part, I agree with you. It's a sad commentary of this wonderful country of ours.
Glad to have your input--I hadn't remade this connection re: DME till I got your message. Forgot they work for ME, not the other way around.
-Susan :-)
- At 9:34am on July 27, 2009,
Susan M. Nelling said… - Dan .I'm new to the computer also, did you want me to email you personally? please send me an address mine is susan.nelling@yahoo.com
- At 3:04pm on June 13, 2009,
BeeAsleep said… - Dan, What does the term "Setteling "mean on the cpap?
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So which one of us got it right?
I do not just love him. I think he makes sleep look sexy!
Yeah, well, jnk is one sharp cookie for all his protestations he is "only" a patient!! And his comment planted the question in my head. Blame him!! Dontcha just love that guy??
I thought jnk had me for a minute. great question Judy.
I know. I rather like it too. *wicked grin* Doggone jnk is just too darn level headed.
The two major manufacturers have similar "comfort features" but use somewhat different terminology. Since determining the settings for these "comfort features" require that the patient be sleeping how on earth is the local DME RRT going to come up w…
You could very well be right jnk. I have never been in this situation. Those settings are hardly ever discussed.
It would all depend on what the minimum maximum window is Judy. Maybe I am missing something on this one as I do not fully understand your question.
In general Carol, steve is right. Your case and many others prove the need to treat the pt rather than the rule.
Keep them coming guys! Thank you so much Judy. Ask anything you want. It does not matter if it is on the test or not. Put me in any situation you like as I am bound to answer based on the same set of rules.
This would be a question of protocol. For which I would refer first to my P&P. Which I do not to believe to have a policy on these types of comfort adjustments. Which would leave to clinical judgement. Clinical judgement tells me that I can adjust f…
Judy thats evil.....I like it
very timely welcome to the forum
Wishing all the success for your trial ordeal exam i am confident you will breeze it
You are titrating a patient on bi-level. The patient has slept well and you've found what seems to be the IPAP and EPAP needed for this patient. The patient has COPD. Can you adjust for Rise Time, Ti Maximum and Ti Minimum, Exhalation, Trigger and C…
(((hugs))), Rock Hinkle. Youse our hero!
Hey DW ~
Great hearing from Brandon. Please tell him from me that I'm glad he asked in and that I think he's amazing - way ahead of his time -- the wave of the future. And would you also tell him that I hope he keeps voicing his ideas about everyth…
If anyone would like to help me study this week PM me your email. i will send you questions to post on SG.
Do you mean where they go, or why they are used? The first thing that I am going to do is draw out the complete 10/20 when I walk into the room.
there is a couple questions about t3-t4- placement
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