Abstract: Nipple shields can be used by breastfeeding mothers to facilitate the feeding process. The disclosed embodiments relate to nipple shields with a port through which liquid supplement can flow from a supply tube into an interior section of the shield. The liquid supplement can be drawn through ports in a tip of the shield in order to augment a naturally expressed flow of milk. A flap of material is bonded to an interior portion of the nipple shield over an optional channel formed in the interior portion so as to form a closed, flap-covered channel leading from an input port on a lower portion of the shield to a an interior location near the tip of the shield.

Abstract: Nipple shields can be used by breastfeeding mothers to facilitate the feeding process. The disclosed embodiments relate to nipple shields with a port through which liquid supplement can flow from a supply tube into an interior section of the shield. The liquid supplement can be drawn through ports in a tip of the shield in order to augment a naturally expressed flow of milk. A flap of material is bonded to an interior portion of the nipple shield over an optional channel formed in the interior portion so as to form a closed, flap-covered channel leading from an input port on a lower portion of the shield to a an interior location near the tip of the shield.

Abstract: A tubing and cable organizing device that has a main body attachable to a substrate, such as a surface, a wall, a rail, and IV pole or similarly situated surface in a medical treatment area. The organizing device having one or more bendable and non-resilient appendages extending away from the main body and configured for holding or supporting tubing and cables in a medical treatment area. The main body and appendages being covered in an elastic coating that is capable of being formed into decorative shapes or decorative colors.

Abstract: A nasal cannula system for use in ventilator systems, particularly continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) systems. The nasal cannula system has a nasal body with nare prongs that extend into a patient's nostrils when worn. The ventilator system includes a ventilator on an inhalation side and either a bubble chamber or a variable resistance valve on the exhalation side. The inhalation side may include a heater/humidifier in-line with the supply tube so as to treat the air before application. The airway tube may have a generally semi-circular cross-section so as to provide a flat exterior surface for abutment or contact with a patient's skin.

Abstract: A wearable suction catheter that can be used without clinician control. The suction catheter attaches on or near the patient with a patient interface configured for the shape of the nose, mouth or tracheostomy tube. The patient interface includes at least two radial duct openings and each end of the interface is connected to airway tubing ending in a wye. The wye end of the catheter includes a cleaning access port and is attached to a suction source that provides continuous or intermittent suction.

Abstract: A gas supply tube for use in medical settings for the supply of gas to a patient. The airway tube has a generally semi-circular cross-section so as to provide a flat exterior surface for abutment or contact with a patient's skin. A nasal cannula system is constructed using the gas supply tube has a nasal body with cannula configured for insertion into nasal openings of a patient. The nasal body is connected to one or more gas supply or airway tubes. Both the nasal body and the airway tubes have a semi-circular cross-section. The other end of the airway tube(s) is connected to one or more supply adapters having ports matching the semi-circular cross-section. A surface retainer with a clamp having a semi-circular cross-section may adhere the airway tube to a patient's skin.

Abstract: A chin support for an infant comprising thin, flexible support sections applicable to infant facial zones spaced below the ears, first flexible support straps extending sidewardly between the support sections between and over upper and lower chin zones, below mouth level, and second flexible support straps extending upwardly and rearwardly of ear zones and to upper head zones, for chin retention, with balanced force exertion, there being a crescent shape gap.

Abstract: A handheld and portable transillumination light source device allows for visualizing and locating vasculature and other subcutaneous structures of the body. One or more forward and upward facing LEDs are provided to project light out of a forward or upper surface of the device respectfully. The LEDs may vary as to the wavelengths of light the LEDs emit. A control button allows a user to switch the device between various modes of lighting, as well as, to adjust the intensity of the LEDs. Alternatively, these buttons may be split into separate power and intensity buttons. Touch sensors or a touch strip may also be provided to adjust the intensity of the LEDs.

Abstract: Apparatus for yieldably positioning bed-clothing relative to flexible fluid flow tubing, includes a holder for adjustable clipping to bed-clothing; a folding support for positioning tubing on bed-clothing; a rotatably adjustable connector between the holder and the folding support, the connector having surfaces that rub together during the adjustment to resist the rubbing, and provide limits to the rubbing and tubing displacement; and the folding support having a curved end facing the connector to resist the rotatable adjustment.

Abstract: Apparatus for control of oxygen and/or air flow to nasal prongs.

Abstract: Nasal cannula apparatus, includes in an inlet tubular fitting sized and configured to directly endwise connect to a source of oxygen, or oxygen and air. The fitting defines an inlet flow passage area A, having a 15 mm external diameter. A pair of tubular prongs is operatively connected with the inlet fitting, and receivable in an infant's nostrils to deliver oxygen, or oxygen and air flow to the infant, the prongs each having flow passing area A3, and A1>>A3.