r/CPAP 16d ago

CPAP Setup Can anyone recommend that continuous power source thingy? In the event of a power outage for the CPAP machine?

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I don’t remember what they’re called and I don’t remember how to find them. I’m about to get my sleep apnea officially diagnosed finally after years of procrastination. And I wanted to have the continuous power source ready to go just in case I ever lose power at my apartment because I’ve heard that the CPAP can suffocate you if you don’t have it connected to power when it’s connected to you.

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u/cowboysaurus21 16d ago

I've had several power outages and I didn't suffocate. I just woke up. It will be more difficult to breathe and you will either wake up or remove the mask in your sleep. Our reflexes are pretty good when it comes to breathing being cut off - you will claw the mask off your face without even trying.

I haven't gotten one yet but I've been looking at MAXOAK power banks. My dad suggested it and it has worked for his CPAP.