Green Non-Rebreather Bag: The green color is often used to identify non-rebreather bags, which are typically made of latex-free materials. The non-rebreather bag serves as a reservoir for oxygen, allowing high-flow oxygen delivery to the patient during inhalation and preventing the rebreathing of exhaled air.

PVC O2 Reservoir Bag: The reservoir bag is made of PVC, a transparent plastic material that can hold a significant volume of oxygen. It is connected to an oxygen source, such as an oxygen cylinder or oxygen concentrator, and helps ensure a continuous supply of oxygen to the patient.

Transparent Mask: The transparent mask is designed to cover the patient's nose and mouth, providing a secure fit for oxygen delivery. It allows the patient to inhale oxygen from the reservoir bag while minimizing the intake of room air.

Purpose: This type of oxygen delivery system is commonly used in medical settings, such as hospitals and clinics, to provide high-flow oxygen therapy to patients who require significant respiratory support. The non-rebreather bag and mask combination allows for the delivery of a high concentration of oxygen.

Oxygen Delivery: The oxygen source is connected to the PVC O2 reservoir bag, which is then connected to the transparent mask. During inhalation, the patient draws oxygen from the reservoir bag through the mask, ensuring a steady supply of oxygen without rebreathing exhaled air or room air.

When is a Non Rebreather Bag used?

If you need oxygen and are able to breathe without assistance, your doctor may prescribe a non-rebreather mask.

For example, your doctor may prescribe one if you’re experiencing or have recently experienced:

• smoke inhalation.
• carbon monoxide poisoning.
• physical trauma.
• cluster headache.
• chronic airway limitation.

If your breathing is considered abnormal, your doctor may recommend supplemental oxygen rather than a non-rebreather mask.

Signs of abnormal breathing include:

• noisy breathing,such as wheezing or moaning.
• breathing that requires the use of additional muscles, such as the neck muscles.
• breathing with pursed lips.
• breathing with flared nostrils.