How To Care For Your Nebulizer Machine?
Nebulizer machine is one very important part of asthmatic people’s lives. This is because this machine helps make them breathe normally. Usually, people with respiratory problems find it difficult to breathe and they need this machine to be comfortable and for them to be able to do their normal tasks.
When choosing a nebulizer machine, you have to decide whether you want a regular or a portable nebulizer. Regular nebulizers are bulkier and can only be used at home. It also requires electricity to work. And it will not allow you to move to another place while you are using it. Since the compressor is not directly attached to the nebulizer, you will not feel any vibrations.
On the other hand, portable nebulizers are small and you can bring them wherever you go. You can even put them in your pocket or hand bag. Maybe it would be better to buy both because each ahs its own advantage over the other.
But whatever you decide to buy, you should know how to properly take care of your nebulizer. Here are some tips on how to care for this great medical tool.
- It is important to clean the medication cup right after using it. Wash it with warm soapy water and let it dry before putting it back in the machine. You also need to wash the mask or mouthpiece with warm water. It is important to keep the parts clean to prevent bacteria and germs infecting your equipment.
- You also need to disinfect the equipment using vinegar or the disinfectant recommended by the manufacturer of the nebulizer. Do this every three days to kill bacteria. Never store the parts and the whole machine without drying.
- The compressor or the tubing should not be washed. Just wipe it with a clean damp cloth and cover it with cloth r plastic when not in use.
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