CPAP: First Impressions

ThomasMcKean · Post by **ThomasMcKean** » Thu Mar 19, 2009 10:49 pm

Today I (FINALLY!) got my CPAP! ACK!!!

Elite II with H4i humidifier and Liberty mask.

Also have a snugglehose and pur-sleep starter kit. Not too impressed with the scents, will try "Clear" for my first nite.

The first thing I noticed as I was setting it up in the bedroom just now was the mask came with a DVD. That was too funny! I might even watch it!

The other thing I quickly realized was the RT/DME left the clinician's setup guide in the case.

Way kewl.

I will post numbers when I wake up, as I see people do tend to do this afte rthe first nite...

Cartiera33 · Post by **Cartiera33** » Fri Mar 20, 2009 12:54 am

So what were your first impressions with CPAP and the accessories? I'm thinking about getting tested for sleep apnea and am interested in any feedback you may have. I'm a little skeptical in going through the sleep study process, though my friends with CPAP already state that is the hardest part. Your thoughts?...Thanks

birdshell · Post by **birdshell** » Fri Mar 20, 2009 2:36 am

Thomas, I hope it was a GREAT first night.

I believe that the most important factor in achieving CPAP success is the sheer determination to keep trying until there is a success.

Best of sleep to you,

Karen,
Whose first night was exciting, if not dramatically restful!

P.S. For those of you who may not have met Thomas, he is featured in this: Oprah Show Segment

JoyD. · Post by **JoyD.** » Fri Mar 20, 2009 4:41 am

Thomas,

Welcome to the Hosehead Club . . . we're an awesome bunch if we must say so ourselves!

Sounds like you're all set to begin. Let us know how it goes these first days and weeks. First off, get your equipment listed on your profile so we can always see it. WOW, a DVD and Clinician's Manual to boot! How kewl to be sure

I can't access your Oprah video via my iMac I do plan on reading your books ... what a remarkable story you have to tell. We're truly honored to have you on Forum.

Joy

Bigburd · Post by **Bigburd** » Fri Mar 20, 2009 5:34 am

Must have been a good sleep .

Has not responded yet.

Paul56 · Post by **Paul56** » Fri Mar 20, 2009 5:51 am

Hey Thomas... let us know how your first night went whenever you can.

OutaSync · Post by **OutaSync** » Fri Mar 20, 2009 7:05 am

Thomas, we are waiting with baited breath..........

ChrisC · Post by **ChrisC** » Fri Mar 20, 2009 10:26 am

Thomas - glad to have you on board. I'm a completely newbie too, and am anxiously awaiting my equipment. How long did it take you to get yours?

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