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.
Claims10
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, wherein the clip comprises a pair of elongated members, wherein each elongated member has an outer surface, a clamping jaw adapted with a bent lip, and a tail end;
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- b. a cannula holder comprising a cannula receptacle, the cannula holder and the cannula receptacle being located on the outer surface of one of the elongated members and is are entirely positioned between the end of the clamping jaw and the tail end of the one elongate member.
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