If a patient is having trouble breathing, then the Bipap machine can help to push and supply the oxygen to the lungs. The patient also has to wear a mask or the nasal plugs which are connected to the ventilator. The oxygen supplied by the machine is the pressurized air which is provided to the lungs. It is known as Positive Pressure Ventilation. By this device the lungs tend to open because of the air pressure. Bipap machines can only be used for 1-2 days continuously.
How can you use the Bipap machines?
You have to put the mask over your nose or mouth to receive two different levels of pressurized air. The one pressure air is delivered when you inhale air and the second one is the low pressure one which is delivered when you exhale. This machine often features a Smart breath timer that is for your respiratory system.
The Bipap machine starts from 8-10 (goes upto 24) cmH2O for inhalation and 2-4 (goes upto 20) cmH2O for exhalation. In Bipap, the inhalation level must be higher than the exhalation level so that the bilevel should be maintained. It boosts the oxygen level and maintains the carbon dioxide level. Its main purpose is that it is used for emergency purposes. Everything has its own pros and cons and same with this machine. It has its advantages as well as disadvantages. The major disadvantage is that Slight skin irritation can occur while wearing the mask. It can also dry out your mouth or nasal passage. It can also cause the stomach to bloat because of intake of too much air.
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