Guest guest Posted October 25, 2001 Report Share Posted October 25, 2001 You should have NO problem using it in the hospital. One thing to be sure of is to notify the hospital engineering dept. ahead of time. They will want to make sure that it is hooked up to the proper electrical outlets and give it their CYA seal of approval. I used mine when I had my daughter via c-section. Be sure that the anesthesiologist is aware of your severe OSA as well - he/she will need to monitor your breathing with more focus during the actual surgery. Kathie << I have a question. I use a CPAP machine for " severe obstructive sleep apnea " and have been for the last 4 years. How do we, who need it to survive, use it in the hospital? Will we need to bring our machines? Will the hosptial provide one? Is it even possible to use it in the hospital. My understanding is that immediatly post-op you are extremely tired and sleep for most of the first several days. If this is the case, using my CPAP is a big concern. >> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 25, 2001 Report Share Posted October 25, 2001 Steve, I brought my CPAP machine to Mt. Sinai with me on the advise of my surgeon and lung doctor. I put my machine with my personal belongings which were in my room when I arrived (courtesy of my mother who was with me immediately post op). I was very glad I did because the one that was ordered for me did not arrive for two days. I had instructed Mom to make sure I was fitted with my machine and she made sure the nurses attended to it. I would suggest you do the same so there is no lapse in your usage. In the event you can not have someone with you make sure your doctor has put in the order that you must wear it. Hopefully whomever is in charge of your care immediately post op will ensure you have what you need. There is a lot of sleeping immediately post op so you will need it. Sondra BPD/DS 6/18/01 w/ Dr. Herron -100+pds as 10/1/01 > I have a question. I use a CPAP machine for " severe obstructive > sleep apnea " and have been for the last 4 years. How do we, who need > it to survive, use it in the hospital? > > Will we need to bring our machines? Will the hosptial provide one? > Is it even possible to use it in the hospital. My understanding is > that immediatly post-op you are extremely tired and sleep for most of > the first several days. If this is the case, using my CPAP is a big > concern. > > Thoughts from those in my same position? > > Steve Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 25, 2001 Report Share Posted October 25, 2001 Hi Steve They had me bring my CPAP machine with me and my husband held on to it until I was taken to my room after the surgery. The nurse then put the CPAP on my face and I kept it on whenever I was sleeping or felt like dozing. My surgeon also ordered breathing treatments while I was in the hospital (I think 3 a day). You will be intubated during the surgery so you won't have to worry about your CPAP machine then...Good luck!!! Lynn Sept 5th Lap-DS Dr. Elariny, Fairfax, VA CPAP after surgery > I have a question. I use a CPAP machine for " severe obstructive > sleep apnea " and have been for the last 4 years. How do we, who need > it to survive, use it in the hospital? > > Will we need to bring our machines? Will the hosptial provide one? > Is it even possible to use it in the hospital. My understanding is > that immediatly post-op you are extremely tired and sleep for most of > the first several days. If this is the case, using my CPAP is a big > concern. > > Thoughts from those in my same position? > > Steve > > > ---------------------------------------------------------------------- > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 25, 2001 Report Share Posted October 25, 2001 Steve, When I went in, I brought my CPAP. When I woke up it was on and working. Used it throughout my hospital stay. Oh, and by the way: 3 monts post-op, I no longer need it! May it be so for you. Marcia CPAP after surgery I have a question. I use a CPAP machine for " severe obstructive sleep apnea " and have been for the last 4 years. How do we, who need it to survive, use it in the hospital? Will we need to bring our machines? Will the hosptial provide one? Is it even possible to use it in the hospital. My understanding is that immediatly post-op you are extremely tired and sleep for most of the first several days. If this is the case, using my CPAP is a big concern. Thoughts from those in my same position? Steve ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 25, 2001 Report Share Posted October 25, 2001 Bring your CPAP to the hospital with you. If you don't, you may have to go without until they get one rented.. and it'll be more expensive and not work as well. I sound kinda negative, but all of my patients when I worked acute care brought their own machines. Have your spouse take it to engineering (or whatever department inspects electrical equipment in the hospital) and get it inspected and stickered as safe. Also make sure that it is indelibly marked as YOURS so that some uninformed respiratory therapist doesn't come in when you're out walking and think its left from the previous patient and take it. Trust me.. your CPAP will make you more comfy.. and you need all the familiar " stuff " around that you can get! Hope that helps- Liane > I have a question. I use a CPAP machine for " severe obstructive > sleep apnea " and have been for the last 4 years. How do we, who need > it to survive, use it in the hospital? > > Will we need to bring our machines? Will the hosptial provide one? > Is it even possible to use it in the hospital. My understanding is > that immediatly post-op you are extremely tired and sleep for most of > the first several days. If this is the case, using my CPAP is a big > concern. > > Thoughts from those in my same position? > > Steve Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 25, 2001 Report Share Posted October 25, 2001 I forgot to take my CPAP machine and had to use one of the hospitals ones. They were OK about it, but did tell me it was customary for the patient to bring their own CPAP. Shelly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 25, 2001 Report Share Posted October 25, 2001 I can't really say for large hospitals, but when I working as a nurse just 4 years ago, We always had the family bring in the patients machine. I would call your surgeon or the hospital you are going to. Good Luck, BE HAPPY __________________________________________________ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 25, 2001 Report Share Posted October 25, 2001 Hi Marcia- How did you determine that you didn't need the CPAP any more? I nearing my 3rd month and would love to say good bye to it. Best - Nick in Sage CPAP after surgery > > I have a question. I use a CPAP machine for " severe obstructive > sleep apnea " and have been for the last 4 years. How do we, who need > it to survive, use it in the hospital? > > Will we need to bring our machines? Will the hosptial provide one? > Is it even possible to use it in the hospital. My understanding is > that immediatly post-op you are extremely tired and sleep for most of > the first several days. If this is the case, using my CPAP is a big > concern. > > Thoughts from those in my same position? > > Steve > > > ---------------------------------------------------------------------- > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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