Pari PEP S System Instrucciones De Uso página 37

1 IMPORTANT INFORMATION
1.1 Intended purpose
The PARI PEP S System is used to mobilise secretion in acute and chronic diseases of the
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lower airways (PEP therapy ). It is used together with a PARI nebuliser in combination
treatment (inhalation therapy and PEP therapy at the same time).
The PARI PEP S system can also be used without an inhalation system (PEP therapy only).
The PARI PEP S system can be used:
– by children from about 4 to 10 years of age under the supervision and direction of a com-
petent person
– by children aged 10 and older and adults after informed instruction
This PARI product can be used in a home environment, as well as in professional health in-
stitutions. When used in a home environment, this PARI product is intended for single-pa-
tient use only (no patient change). In a professional environment, the device can be used
with different patients as long as the corresponding hygiene reprocessing measures are
complied with.
This product must be used only by individuals who understand the contents of the instruc-
tions for use and are able to use the product safely.
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The frequency and duration of use is determined by professional medical staff according to
the individual needs of the patient.
1.2 Indication
Diseases of the lower airways which are associated with increased mucus build up.
1.3 Contraindication
The PARI PEP S System must not be used by individuals who are suffering from untreated
pneumothorax or massive haemoptysis.
1) PEP = Positive Expiratory Pressure
2) Professional medical staff: Doctors, pharmacists, and physiotherapists.
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