Thursday 25 September 2014

How To Use The Portable Oxygen Tank Safely

By Karina Frost


Being sick does not mean that you should have your freedom taken away from you. Even with limited mobility, there are still ways on how you can ensure that you can move around without any problems. For example, you can consider having yourself attached to portable oxygen tank instead of the stationary one for independent mobility.

Of course, just like with using any other medical equipment and tools, there are safety tips that an individual will have to remember. These are the safety tips that will ensure that the said medical equipment is of help to you. It will ensure that the medical equipment does not worsen your condition or put you in any danger.

It is good thing that there are many safety tips that you should be able to follow nowadays. All you have to do is to remember them so that you can keep yourself and your surroundings safe. For those who want to secure their own safety, here are the best tips that one should take note of when using this medical tool.

First, you should keep a written list of how much and what rate of the said gaseous element you have to use whenever you are going around the house or just a bit outside. You should never increase the flow rate of the said medical equipment on your own. If you must do so, then you have to ask the permission of your caregiver.

Another list that you must prepare is the list of phone numbers. The phone numbers will include the phone number of the company that is providing you with the medical gadget that you are using for your everyday life. The other numbers you must include in the list are that of the hospital, the rescue team, the ambulance or other related ones.

When you are sick, you are sure to rely on the medical tool to help you recuperate. It is not recommended that you only have one in your possession though. It is highly recommended to have at least one back-up that a person can use, especially during times of emergencies or when the initial medical gadget malfunctions.

The tubing should also be carefully checked. This is the part of the medical tool where the gaseous element flows through. When you are using this medical tool, it is imperative that you check the tubing for any blockages or kinks. It should have none of these. Also, the tubing must be connected to the container properly.

Remember that this gaseous element can easily cause fire. This means that you have to keep the number of the fire department in your list of phone numbers too. You should also prepare a working fire extinguisher nearby and learn how to use it. This is the best way to protect yourself, your entire family, and your house.

This medical tool should always be kept away from sources of open flames, heat, and fire. It is important that this be positioned far away from a gas stove. Smoking near the said medical tool should be forbidden as even a small spark from the smoke can cause a fire already. Be sure to follow this.




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