BiLevel - noninvasive positive pressure ventilation delivering two levels of air pressure that are set to coincide with the patient's inspiratory and expiratory efforts.

CoACH House - a community based, not-for-profit program that provides respite services for medically fragile children and teens up to 18 years old.

CPAP - Continuous Positive Airways Pressure. Pressure introduced through the nasal cavity to provide a pneumatic splint to prevent upper airway from obstructing.

DME - Durable Medical Equipment

DSCC - Department of Specialized Care for Children

IPDA - Illinois Private Duty Association

JCAHO - Joint Commission for Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations

NPDA - National Private Duty Association

V.A.I. - Ventilator Assisted Individual

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