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G3 CPAP User Manual
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CAUTIONS!
• U. S. federal law restricts this device to sale by or on the order of a physician.
• The patient is an intended operator.
• The device is intended for use by operators trained or experienced in similar
equipment.
• Cleaning and disinfection can be performed by the patient.
IMPORTANT TIP!
• Read and understand the entire user manual before operating this system. If you
have any questions concerning the use of this system, contact your home care
provider or physician.
5. Contraindications
Studies have shown that the following pre-existing conditions may contraindicate
the use of positive airway pressure therapy for some patients:
Absolute Contraindications: Pneumothorax, mediastinal emphysema; cerebrospinal
fluid leak, traumatic brain injury, or pneumocephalus; shock caused by a variety of
conditions before treatment; active epistaxis; upper gastrointestinal bleeding
before treatment; coma or impaired consciousness making the use of mask during
therapy impossible; giant vocal fold polyp, etc.
Relative Contraindications: Severe coronary heart disease complicated with left
ventricular failure, acute otitis media, excessive respiratory secretions and weak
cough, weak spontaneous breathing, nasal or oral tracheal intubation and
tracheotomy, severe nasal congestion caused by a variety of conditions, lung
bullae, and allergies to breathing masks, etc.
The following side effects may occur during treatment:
- Dryness of the mouth, nose and throat
- Abdominal bloating
- Ear or sinus discomfort
- Eye irritation
- Skin irritation due to the use of a mask
- Chest discomfort
IMPORTANT TIPS!
• An irregular sleep schedule, alcohol consumption, obesity, sleeping pills, or
sedatives may aggravate your symptoms.
• Please use a mask which meets ISO 17510: 2015.
CAUTION!
• Contact your physician if symptoms of sleep apnea recur. Contact your physician
if you have any questions concerning your therapy.
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