Cannula clip and associated method of use
OwnerDaniel L. Lemke, Imogene G. Lemkeinventors
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Abstract
A clip for holding cannula so as to alleviate ear discomfort by reducing the weight and tension created by the cannula. The present invention includes a clip and a cannula holder. The clip can comprise stiff arms that are opened by applying pressure to the arms. This enables the patient to attach the device to a fixed object such as clothing or bedding. The cannula holder securely retains the cannula. By retaining the cannula in the cannula holder according to the present invention, less tension and shearing force is transferred from the cannula to a patient's ears, face, neck, or skin. Thus, the subject invention provides a cannula clip that reduces skin discomfort and irritation.
Claims18
An apparatus for alleviating the pressure and rubbing of a cannula against a patient, wherein the cannula includes two tubular branches positionable on opposite sides of the patient's head, the apparatus comprising:
- a. a clip for releasably attaching the apparatus to a fixed object;
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- b. a cannula holder located substantially above or below the clip.
A method for alleviating the pressure and rubbing of a cannula against a patient, wherein the cannula includes two tubular branches positionable on opposite sides of the patient's head, comprising
- a. providing a cannula clip comprising a clip and a cannula holder located substantially above or below the clip to retain the cannula;
- b. releasably attaching the cannula clip to a fixed object
- c. inserting the cannula into the cannula holder.
Dependencies are inferred from the claim text.