Procedure
Hypoglossal Nerve Stimulator Implant (Inspire)
A one-page care plan for patients having Hypoglossal Nerve Stimulator Implant (Inspire), covering Purpose, Protection & Preparation, Expectations & Execution, Nutrition & Next Steps, Consistency, Indications and Lifestyle & Long-Term Success.
In this plan
Purpose, Protection & Preparation
- I understand this device helps keep my airway open during sleep
- I understand it treats obstructive sleep apnea when CPAP is not tolerated
- I follow instructions about medicines, fasting, and preparation before surgery
- I stop or adjust medicines as told (blood thinners, others)
- I tell my care team about bleeding risk, infection, or prior surgeries
Expectations & Execution
5 points, for partners
Nutrition & Next Steps
4 points, for partners
Consistency
4 points, for partners
Indications
4 points, for partners
Lifestyle & Long-Term Success
4 points, for partners
When to call the office and when to call 911: for partners
See the full plan
Hypoglossal Nerve Stimulator Implant (Inspire) is one of the plans included with a partnership. Partners read every plan in full, and print any of them for a patient.