cannula

(noun)

A hose or tube that connects directly to an oxygen (O2) bottle/source from the user's nose, commonly used by aircraft pilots or others needing a direct oxygen breathing apparatus.

Related Terms

Examples of cannula in the following topics:

  • Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection

    • Increased airflow, humidified and delivered via nasal cannula, may be supplied in order to reduce the effort required for respiration.

  • Radiation

    • Gamma rays are very penetrating and are commonly used for sterilization of disposable medical equipment, such as syringes, needles, cannulas and IV sets, and food.