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NHS Nippy 4 - User Manual

NHS Nippy 4
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Non-invasive ventilation (NIV)
at home
Information for patients using a Nippy 4 or
Nippy 4+ ventilator
This leaflet provides information for patients using a Nippy 4 or Nippy 4+
ventilator. If you have any other questions or concerns, please do not
hesitate to speak to the team caring for you.
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Summary

Understanding Non-Invasive Ventilation

What is Non-Invasive Ventilation?

Definition and explanation of non-invasive ventilation (NIV) and its purpose.

Why Do I Need NIV?

Explains why patients may require NIV to improve breathing and gas exchange.

Benefits of NIV

Details the advantages of NIV, including improved breathing, sleep, and reduced headaches.

Side Effects of NIV

Lists potential side effects of using NIV, such as claustrophobia, air leaks, and skin irritation.

Risks of NIV

Highlights rare but serious risks like pneumothorax and the necessary immediate actions.

Using Your Nippy NIV Machine

NIV Usage Frequency

Guidance on the recommended frequency and duration of NIV use, including overnight and daytime.

Medication While Using NIV

Confirms that usual medications should continue unless advised otherwise by a doctor.

Follow-Up Appointments

Explains the importance of attending follow-up appointments for treatment monitoring and adjustments.

Remote Monitoring

Details the use of modems for securely sending treatment data to optimize therapy and reduce visits.

Traveling With NIV

Information on using NIV during travel, including airline compliance and necessary preparations.

How to Turn the Nippy Machine On and Off

Step-by-step guide on powering the Nippy machine on and off, including initial test selection.

Operating and Maintaining Your NIV

Starting and Stopping Treatment

Instructions on how to initiate and safely stop the flow of air from the NIV machine.

Turning the Nippy Machine Off

Procedure for fully powering down the Nippy machine using the power button and SET.

Using NIV with Oxygen

Information on when supplemental oxygen therapy is needed and how it is delivered with NIV.

Humidifier Installation and Filling

Step-by-step guide on installing, filling, and handling the humidifier chamber.

Humidifier Usage Cautions

Guidelines for safe humidifier use, water types, cleaning, and troubleshooting moisture issues.

Machine Settings and Power

Adjusting Humidification Settings

Step-by-step instructions on navigating the menu to adjust humidifier settings and save changes.

Internal Battery

Explanation of the internal battery's function as a backup power source and its duration.

Click-in Battery

Details about the optional click-in battery for transportation or extended backup power.

Care and Troubleshooting

Machine Care

Instructions on keeping the NIV machine clean and free from dust, including humidifier care.

Mask Care

Guidelines for daily and weekly cleaning of the mask cushion, pillows, and straps.

Tubing Care

Instructions for cleaning the flexible tubing before first use and weekly maintenance.

Filter Care

Procedures for cleaning and replacing the patient air filter and cooling air inlet filter weekly.

Troubleshooting Mask Leaks

Guidance on how to adjust straps and refit the mask to address common leak issues.

Alarm Explanations

Explanation of common NIV machine alarms, their causes, and how to temporarily silence them.

Contact Information and Support

Contacting the Chest Unit

Provides contact numbers and email for the Chest Unit for queries and concerns.

Patient Advice and Liaison Service (PALS)

Information on PALS for support, information, and assistance with concerns or complaints.

Accessibility Services

Contact details for obtaining information in different languages or formats.

NHS Nippy 4 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandNHS
ModelNippy 4
CategoryMedical Equipment
LanguageEnglish

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