NEBULIZER

A compressor nebulizer is a medical device used to administer medication in the form of a mist that can be inhaled into the lungs. It consists of several key components:

1. **Compressor: The core component of the nebulizer, the compressor is an electrically powered device that converts liquid medication into a fine mist by compressing air.

2. **Medication Cup:** This is where the liquid medication is placed. The compressor generates air flow through the medication cup, causing the liquid medication to atomize into a breathable mist.

3. **Tubing:** Tubing connects the compressor to the medication cup. It allows the mist to travel from the medication cup to the patient's mouth or nose for inhalation.

4. **Mouthpiece or Mask:** Depending on the patient's age and condition, the nebulizer may come with a mouthpiece for oral inhalation or a mask for inhalation through the nose and mouth.

5. **Air Filter:** Many compressor nebulizers include an air filter to ensure that the air entering the medication cup is clean and free from contaminants.

Compressor nebulizers are commonly used to deliver medications such as bronchodilators, corticosteroids, and antibiotics for respiratory conditions like asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), and cystic fibrosis. They are easy to use and provide an effective way to deliver medication directly to the lungs, making them especially useful for patients who have difficulty using inhalers or require large doses of medication.