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Read this. [[New_to_CPAP_–_The_Process|New to CPAP - The Process]]
'''Documentation is important. '''
* Get a copy of your Sleep Study/Studies.
* Get a copy of your Prescription
Most users do not need a BiPAP/BiLevel or an ASV machine. Thus most users need a CPAP machine (BiPAP/BiLevel or an ASV machines treat more advanced apneas)
Within these basic CPAP machines are many models with different capabilities. The machine of choice is an Auto CPAP. The most recommended Auto CPAP recommended on the Apnea Forums is the ResMed AirSense 10 AutoSet (best choice) (E0601) with heated hose (Fixed CPAP, Auto CPAP) (or the for her version)
Another good machine is Philips Respironics DreamStation Auto CPAP Machine (DSX500x11) (''Not all DreamStation Models, Check SN on bottom, bricks look the same'') (Fixed CPAP, Auto CPAP) (best choice)
'''Why you want Auto CPAP..'''
* It is a very versatile machine
* It can be used in either Fixed CPAP or Auto CPAP modes
* It provides Compliance Data
* It may be used for home-titration
* It provides full efficacy data (detailed data down to breath by breath info if necessary) that can be read and evaluated by doctors office to modify treatment or yourself for “info. This data can either eliminate the need for an additional sleep study or highlight the need for an additional study.
* You will be using this machine every night for about 5 years, It is likely that your treatment will change over this time. It is very versatile. The autoset function will adjust pressure as required to meet changing circumstances (even mundane things like sleeping on your back or side)
* The "For Her" includes an extra algorithm which provides gentler pressure changes and is (apparently) more attuned to the patterns of apneas experienced by women
* The Resmed machines typically respond much faster to precursors, killing many apneas before they get a chance to develop
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