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(Message started by: maureen on Jan 10^th, 2005, 9:51pm)

Title: ok got right mask how do I use it
Post by maureen on Jan 10^th, 2005, 9:51pm

ok just got the right mask from the hospital they were to busy to show me how to use it should I cover up the sides with the discs or take them off?

Title: Re: ok got right mask how do I use it
Post by E-Double on Jan 10^th, 2005, 9:56pm

KEEP the discs on can even tape over them to make sure nothing escapes

Hold it tight to your face and just breathe.......

Some do it fast some do it slow......

You'll find what works for you.

I tend to manipulate the regualtor between breaths so I dont waste any of the O2.

Good luck dear!

Eric

Title: Re: ok got right mask how do I use it
Post by maureen on Jan 10^th, 2005, 10:22pm

do I leave the disc inside the mask on there is one on the side should I leave that on and tape up the other side or take both off?

Title: Here's how to use it.......
Post by Mr. Happy on Jan 11^th, 2005, 1:09am

DON'T TOUCH any of the disks (they're called diaphrams, but you don't use them for sex.)

Pahlow put in this plug, a few threads ago. Live by it. Technique is everything...

My O2 Lamaze Method:

1. I cut the strap off the mask.
2. I make sure the intake valve (between the bag and mask) is functioning properly.
3. I put tape over the exhaust valves on the sides of the mask so they don't work.

Procedure:
1. Turn on the O2 and let bag fill.
2. Press mask against face with one hand and squeeze the bag with the other hand, inhale deeply.
3. Release the bag and pull mask slightly away from face, exhale through mouth, blowing the air down away from the mask.
4. Repeat #2 & #3.

Title: Re: ok got right mask how do I use it
Post by maureen on Jan 11^th, 2005, 11:20am

THANK YOU!!! woke up this morning with a attack used 02 as said 10 min feeling great! It's going to be a great day!!!

Title: Re: ok got right mask how do I use it
Post by kissmyglass on Jan 11^th, 2005, 4:03pm

Pretty cool huh? aborting that first one is amazing!

Kev

Title: Re: ok got right mask how do I use it
Post by E-Double on Jan 11^th, 2005, 9:28pm

on 01/11/05 at 11:20:39, maureen wrote:

THANK YOU!!! woke up this morning with a attack used 02 as said 10 min feeling great! It's going to be a great day!!!

Awesome!!!!! :)