About the PEP mask

PEP is an abbreviation for Positive Expiratory Pressure. The purpose of the PEP mask is to loosen mucus in hte lungs and improve your breathing.

Use the PEP mask________ times a day.

Starting position

If possible, sit with a straight back and place your feet on the ground. You may rest your elbows on a table if one is available.

What to do

Place the mask over your nose and mouth, making sure that the mask is tightly fit around your nose and mouth. Breathe into the mask with slightly harder expiration than normally. Avoid emptying your lungs completely.

• Exhale into the PEP mask for 10-20 breaths.
• Remove the mask and huff or cough for 3-4 times. To huff - breathe out forcefully but slowly through an open mouth to move mucus through the airways.
• Repeat 3 times. Whenthe mucus is loosened, it can be coughed up.

Remember, it is important to sit in an upright position and to be as physically active as possible during the day. This provides a better working condition for your lungs.

Cleaning your PEP mask

• Clean once a week
• Separate the divice into 3 parts
• Wash in warm, soapy water
• Rinse thoroughly and air dry.

Schedule

Use this schedule to register your use of the PEP mask.