NPPB Interface Information:

• With any interface, patients should not eat or drink while wearing the device to reduce the risk of aspiration.
• Remove the device immediately should vomiting or aspiration occur.
• If abdominal distention occurs, remove device and allow patient to expell air.
• Patients are encouraged to use their own interface while on inpatient units for best fit, comfort and proper seal.
• Interface must be positioned properly to prevent air leaks and to function properly.
• Air leaks indicate a poor seal and occur when mask is improperly positioned, placed over a nasogastric feeding tube, or facial hair.
• Readjust chin strap, mask straps, evaluate mask size to achieve proper fit.