Which device is specifically used to support airway clearance?

The cough assist insulator is specifically designed to support airway clearance by helping individuals who may have difficulty coughing effectively. This device delivers positive pressure to the lungs, which can help to inflate the lungs and assist in mobilizing secretions. Following this positive pressure phase, the device then transitions to negative pressure, creating a rapid flow of air that stimulates a cough reflex. This process aids in removing mucus and other secretions from the airway, which is crucial for individuals with respiratory issues or neuromuscular conditions that impair their ability to cough.

In contrast, the CPAP (Continuous Positive Airway Pressure) machine is primarily used to keep the airways open during sleep, primarily addressing obstructive sleep apnea rather than actively clearing secretions. An oxygen concentrator focuses on providing supplemental oxygen to patients who need assistance with oxygenation but does not play a role in clearing airways. Compression hose are used for improving circulation in the limbs and have no relevance to airway management or clearance.