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by FarmGirl
Sun Sep 30, 2012 4:24 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: PR System One REMstar Pro CPAP Machine with AutoIQ
Replies: 16
Views: 8272

Re: PR System One REMstar Pro CPAP Machine with AutoIQ

I reset my Auto IQ machine about 2.5 months ago and want to do it again. However, it won't let me. I go to the clinical settings -> info -> reset data -> hold both buttons for about 5 seconds (get double beep). It reset the therapy and blower hours and averages, but it won't let me change the "Min A...
by FarmGirl
Wed Sep 05, 2012 7:19 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Flu shot time again
Replies: 59
Views: 8157

Re: Flu shot time again

I only take them when I'm required to to keep a contract. I always seem to get sick when I get them, but don't when I don't take them. Besides, I'd prefer to be vaccinated on the CURRENT years' strain not what they think it will be based on last years' strain.
by FarmGirl
Tue Aug 07, 2012 11:07 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Service Dogs for Sleep Apnea
Replies: 90
Views: 15694

Re: Service Dogs for Sleep Apnea

I missed the first complete post (edited into nothing). However, if I get the gist of it..... the question has been thrown out about using a dog to keep a sleepy person awake while driving. Ummmm..... ABSOLUTELY NOT!!!!! All a dog will do is drive you to distraction - literally! Very much the same w...
by FarmGirl
Fri Aug 03, 2012 11:33 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: I triple dog dare you...
Replies: 419
Views: 93058

Re: I triple dog dare you...

Glad to know the night seemed to be better. Don't give up!!
by FarmGirl
Fri Aug 03, 2012 10:20 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: I triple dog dare you...
Replies: 419
Views: 93058

Re: I triple dog dare you...

Ok.... my turn. This is my regular mask.... Swift FX for Her http://i14.photobucket.com/albums/a343/MedicRN/IMAG0197.jpg And this is my backup mask for those stuffy nose nights.... RespCare Hybrid http://i14.photobucket.com/albums/a343/MedicRN/IMAG0195.jpg OMG!!!! These face-elephants make me look O...
by FarmGirl
Thu Aug 02, 2012 1:48 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: I triple dog dare you...
Replies: 419
Views: 93058

Re: I triple dog dare you...

OK, it's an old one, but I just have to post this one again. http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/517EOlJS6ML._SL500_AA300_.jpg Someone needs to make a "women of CPAP" calendar. Supermodels sleeping with CPAP masks and sexy lingerie. You could also have a Chippendale's version. Maybe a hard core v...
by FarmGirl
Wed Aug 01, 2012 7:48 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: I triple dog dare you...
Replies: 419
Views: 93058

Re: I triple dog dare you...

AbbyNormal...... Check your PM.
by FarmGirl
Wed Jun 20, 2012 10:52 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Hospital IGNORED my doc's PAP order!!!
Replies: 42
Views: 5317

Re: Hospital IGNORED my doc's PAP order!!!

OK.... I feel I must come to the defense of my fellow nursing professionals. Unless you are a PACU RN, you don't know the monitoring alarms limits nor the policies which govern patient monitoring. Generally, SpO2 alarms are set with 2 levels (if the monitoring system is capable) - a low level (well ...
by FarmGirl
Tue Jun 05, 2012 4:58 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: young new user-wishes to hear tips from experts
Replies: 47
Views: 8064

Re: young new user-wishes to hear tips from experts

I see that you are 16. Be sure and get your parents involved ( I'm sure they already are). Refer them to this forum andto ask any questions they want. I certainly would want the best for my kids!

Keep us posted.
by FarmGirl
Sun May 06, 2012 7:42 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: I am ashamed of my cpap?
Replies: 43
Views: 9590

Re: I am ashamed of my cpap?

Bamboozled or not, this is a wonderful topic. It effects all age groups and genders.
by FarmGirl
Sat Apr 14, 2012 5:10 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: WANTED: Bella Loops
Replies: 0
Views: 517

WANTED: Bella Loops

I'm currently in-between insurance replacements and have no money to by a mask straight out. If anyone has Swift FX Bella Loops they are willing to give away, it would be greatly appreciated. Background story: I've been using Swift FX for Her since day one and absolutely love it. However, lately (fo...
by FarmGirl
Sun Apr 01, 2012 6:13 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: FILLING PR SYSTEM ONE HUMIDIFIER WATER TANK
Replies: 13
Views: 3108

Re: FILLING PR SYSTEM ONE HUMIDIFIER WATER TANK

I've never had an overflow problem. I fill it from the top straight from the R.O. filtration faucet. When I'm done filling it, I'll tip it toward the air intake port and dump any extra/overflow water. My 9 year old fills it all the time for me without any problems.
by FarmGirl
Thu Mar 29, 2012 12:04 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: OSA and Atrial Fibrillation
Replies: 32
Views: 8846

Re: OSA and Atrial Fibrillation

Correct. I was likely clinically dead, at least from a cardio stand point. My internal medicine doctor calls me a "Flat Liner", my neurologist is pleased he can speak to me. I knew my heart had stopped or was quivering because I could feel my heart back-filling with blood. Inflating like a balloon,...
by FarmGirl
Thu Mar 29, 2012 11:56 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: OSA and Atrial Fibrillation
Replies: 32
Views: 8846

Re: OSA and Atrial Fibrillation

Yes, I realize the topic is a-fib. I think some are interchanging it with the v-fib which is totally incorrect. Can a-fib convert to v-fib? Honestly, any rhythm can convert to v-fib given the right circumstances. The clots which form during a-fib can cause heart attacks and strokes. And yes, a-fib c...
by FarmGirl
Thu Mar 29, 2012 11:30 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: OSA and Atrial Fibrillation
Replies: 32
Views: 8846

Re: OSA and Atrial Fibrillation

A bit off topic, but the nurse in me requires me to say something....... V-Fib is a LETHAL arrhythmia! The heart is doing nothing but quivering and is not circulating blood. The only cure for this arrhythmia is DEFIBRILLATION (electric shocks) and that doesn't even work all the time. If it's not tre...