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Oxygen delivery hoods designed for infant use. These hoods typically consist of a rigid transparent plastic shell that encloses the entire body of the infant or, less frequently, only his or her head. The hoods include a diffuser to prevent oxygen from blowing directly on the infant and may also include temperature, humidity, and oxygen concentration sensors. The hoods are connected to the oxygen source using tubes or hoses. Infant oxygen delivery hoods are used to administer high volumes (usually 10-15 liters per minute) of oxygen at high concentration (80% to 90%) under controlled humidity and temperature conditions; they are typically used for newborns and children younger than two years who can breathe on their own but need extra oxygen. Both reusable and disposable infant hoods are available.
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