When to use Acapella respiratory device?
When to use Acapella respiratory device?
When to use Acapella Respiratory Device? Acapella is intended for use as a single patient use device that provides Positive Expiratory Pressure (PEP) Therapy for patients who have Cystic Fibrosis, COPD, asthma, and lung diseases with secretory problems, and patients with atelectasis.
What are the benefits of Acapella?
Acapella combines the benefits of both PEP therapy and airway vibrations to mobilize pulmonary secretions and can be used in virtually any spatial orientation: you are free to sit, stand, or recline.
When should Acapella DH be used with nebulized aerosols?
It may also be used simultaneously with nebulized aerosol drug delivery. Green: Acapella DH is recommended for patients able to maintain an expiratory flow of 15 liters per minute or greater for 3 seconds.
What is the Smiths Medical Acapella used for?
INDICATIONS: The Smiths Medical acapella® is intended for use as a Positive Expiratory Pressure (PEP) device. It may also be used simultaneously with nebulized aerosol drug delivery.
What are the components of the acapella® system?
The acapella®system consists of: 1. Removable mouthpiece (mask options are also available) 2. ® acapellaVibratory PEP Device with 22 mm male fittings (See Figure 1) including: A. Expiratory resistance/frequency adjustment dial B. One-way inspiratory valve C. Patient end which adapts to a mouthpiece, or mask.
How do I use the acapella mouthpiece?
Place the Acapella mouthpiece in your mouth. Seal your lips tightly around the mouthpiece. Exhale as much as possible (but not to forcefully) through the mouthpiece. Keep your cheeks as firm as possible when you exhale. Try not to inhale through the device. Repeat this maneuver for 10 breaths. Try to resist coughing during this phase.
