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A breathing machine that provides pressure to keep the upper airways open during breathing. This machine is often used for patients with obstructive sleep apnea.
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a continuous positive airway pressure machine that pumps pressurized air into the lungs through the airway so that the airway does not have the opportunity to collapse or become obstructed
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a device that pumps pressurized oxygen into the lungs through a mask worn by someone while sleeping
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a machine that blows air through a hose and face mask and the air blows down your throat to keep your throat from closing off
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an air blower, an air pump, about one horsepower
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a piece of equipment that is similar to an air compressor
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a small air pump
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used to help keep the airways open during sleep
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