Welcome; Indications For Use; Aircurve 10 St-A; Contraindications - ResMed AirCurve 10 ST-A Clinical Manual

Welcome

The AirCurve ™ 10 ST-A is a bilevel positive airway pressure device.
WARNING
Read this entire guide before using the device.
CAUTION
In the US, Federal law restricts this device to sale by or on the order of a physician.

Indications for use

AirCurve 10 ST-A

The AirCurve 10 ST-A is indicated to provide non-invasive ventilation for patients weighing more
than 30 lb (13 kg) with respiratory insufficiency or obstructive sleep apnea (OSA).
The iVAPS mode is indicated for patients weighing more than 66 lb (30 kg).
The AirCurve 10 ST-A is intended for home and hospital use.
The humidifier is intended for single patient use in the home environment and re-use in a
hospital/institutional environment.

Contraindications

Positive airway pressure therapy may be contraindicated in some patients with the following pre-
existing conditions:
• severe bullous lung disease
pneumothorax or pneumomediastinum
•
pathologically low blood pressure, particularly if associated with intravascular volume depletion
•
• dehydration
• cerebrospinal fluid leak, recent cranial surgery, or trauma.

Adverse effects

Patients should report unusual chest pain, severe headache, or increased breathlessness to their
prescribing physician. An acute upper respiratory tract infection may require temporary
discontinuation of treatment.
The following side effects may arise during the course of therapy with the device:
drying of the nose, mouth, or throat
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• nosebleed
• bloating
• ear or sinus discomfort
• eye irritation
• skin rashes.
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