Patient group to be treated: children (typically under 4), who cannot remove
nasal mucus on their own by blowing their nose. Illness, condition that requires
treatment (indication): treatment of common cold and auxiliary treatment of
the inflammation of superinfected paranasal sinuses. Conditions in which the
device cannot be used (contraindication): haemophilia, if the blood vessels of
the nasal septum’s mucous membrane widen – in case of frequent nosebleed,
while taking blood-thinners, in case of congenital malformations (e.g. cleft
palate). Suggested user: Age: adult over 18, Sex: not applicable, Knowledge:
should have general knowledge according to their age.
2. Device introduction and commissioning
1. Clean the parts of the Colibri head
(see chapters Cleaning and Maintenance and storage)
2. Insert the collared tube into the Colibri housing half that has a connection
3. Place the Colibri housing half that has no connection in the right position
4. Push the flexible nozzle end piece on the matching flange
5. Attach one end of the tube to the Colibri head connection
6. Attach the other end of the tube to the mouthpiece