Flexi High Flow Nasal Cannula: Enhancing Oxygen Therapy

Delivering Versatile and Effective Oxygenation Solutions

Introduction

  • Flexi high flow nasal cannula provides high flow oxygen therapy
  • Warmed and humidified gas with oxygen concentrations between 24-60%
  • Flow rates range from 8-20 liters per minute for premature babies to pediatric patients
  • Flow rate of 40 liters per minute for adult patients

Benefits of High Flow Oxygen Therapy

  • Improves blood oxygenation
  • Reduces work of breathing
  • No need for non-invasive ventilation or intubation
  • Suitable for patients with mild to moderate respiratory distress syndrome

Wide Range of Sizes

  • Flexi air high flow nasal cannula comes in a wide range of sizes
  • Accommodates all patients
  • Unique sizing guide allows selection without opening sterile packaging
  • Assesses prong diameter and sep width

Proper Setup and Usage

  • Follow manufacturer's instructions for use
  • Position pressure relief valve and connect tubing from the oxygen blender
  • Set up breathing circuit, humid notification chamber, and respiratory humidifier
  • Insert temperature probe sensors and secure them firmly

Fitting the Nasal Cannula

  • Ensure gas flow through nasal prongs
  • No blockages in the system
  • Warm and humidify the gas before fitting the nasal cannula
  • Position nasal prongs in nostrils and secure tubing

Clinical Benefits of High Oxygen Therapy

  • Delivery of accurate high fraction of inspired oxygen
  • Optimization of patient's oxygenation needs