How Do You Use Home Oxygen Safely?
Oxygen may be prescribed for use at home for certain medical conditions. Your doctor will order home oxygen if he or she feels you are not getting enough oxygen into your blood. It is essential to learn how to use oxygen safely at home to prevent accidents and get the needed benefits. Decide what type of oxygen delivery device to use. There are three main types of oxygen delivery devices, they include, compressed oxygen in a tank, an oxygen concentrator and liquid oxygen. Discuss the pros and cons of each with your home health company. Write down information. Your doctor will refer you to a home health company which provides medical equipment for home use. Someone from the company will come to your home to set up the oxygen and instruct you how to use it safely. Ask any questions you have. Use the prescribed amount. Your doctor will write a prescription for a specific liter flow. This will deliver an approximate percent of oxygen. This is the amount your physician feels you need. Call
