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2. my.clevelandclinic.org › 25181-oxygen-tankOxygen Therapy Tanks: Types, Purpose & How To Use

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   A regulator allows you to breathe in compressed oxygen when you inhale and stops as you exhale. Liquid oxygen. A liquid oxygen tank carries 100% oxygen as a very cold liquid. Oxygen turns into a liquid at -297 degrees Fahrenheit (-182.8 degrees Celsius). Manufacturers then compress it into a liquid oxygen tank.

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   Aug 10, 2018 · Need to know how to work an oxygen tank? We've got you covered! Just watch this brief tutorial and you'll see that it's very simple. To make everything work ...

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4. lptmedical.com › blogs › respiratory-resource-center5 Mistakes New Oxygen Users Make and How to Avoid Them

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   Clean the unit once or twice a day and make sure to get all sides including the bottom. The nasal cannula and oxygen tubing should be cleaned as well. The Lung Institute recommends washing them in 10 parts water one part vinegar and then rinsing them and leaving them to dry completely.

5. www.webmd.com › lung › lung-home-oxygen-therapyOxygen Therapy At Home: Tips for Using Oxygen In Your ... - WebMD

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   You will also need a way to breathe in the oxygen. You can use a: Nasal cannula. This is a soft plastic tube with two small prongs at one end. They go in your nose, and the tube rests over your ...

6. www.vitas.com › how-to-use-an-oxygen-tank-valveHow to Use an Oxygen Tank | VITAS Healthcare

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   3 days ago · Attach the tubing and nasal prongs (cannula) to the oxygen regulator nipple as required. Be sure to check that the tubing is not bent or blocked. Adjust your nasal prongs (cannula) to ensure a comfortable fit. Set your flow rate to the setting provided by your physician. Avoid changing the flow rate unless instructed by your physician.

7. www.healthlinkbc.ca › health-topics › oxygen-therapyOxygen Therapy: Using Oxygen at Home - HealthLink BC

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   Use oxygen safely. Oxygen is a fire hazard. It will make a flame burn hotter and faster. Never smoke or vape or let anyone else smoke or vape while you are using oxygen. Keep oxygen at least 2 m (6 ft) away from flames, sparks, or heat sources. Do not use flammable products while you are using oxygen. Keep a fire extinguisher at home within ...

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   How does a liquid oxygen tank work?

   • Liquid oxygen. A liquid oxygen tank carries 100% oxygen as a very cold liquid. Oxygen turns into a liquid at -297 degrees Fahrenheit (-182.8 degrees Celsius). Manufacturers then compress it into a liquid oxygen tank. When you release the oxygen from the tank, it turns into gas. You must be careful around liquid oxygen.

   Oxygen Therapy Tanks: Types, Purpose & How To Use - Cleveland Clinic

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   How do I Use my Oxygen unit?

   • Perform all steps each time you use your oxygen unit. The steps will vary depending on the type of oxygen unit you use. Wash your hands. Pressurize your compressed oxygen tank or turn on your portable oxygen concentrator (POC). Follow the instructions from your healthcare provider or medical supply company.

   Oxygen Therapy: Using Oxygen at Home - American Lung Association

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   How do you get oxygen?

   • You receive the oxygen either through a plastic mask that fits over your nose and mouth or a flexible plastic tube with two prongs that go into your nostrils (nasal cannula). What are the types of oxygen tanks? The main types of oxygen tanks include: Compressed oxygen. The atmospheric air most people breathe every day consists of about 20% oxygen.

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   How do you tighten an oxygen tank?

   • Your oxygen tank should have a small wrench that hangs off the top. Use the wrench to open and close the valve and adjust the regulator. Turn it to the left to open and to the right to tighten it. There’s an outlet on the side of the regulator. Listen or feel for oxygen flow on the outlet nub.

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   How do you store an oxygen tank?

   • Store the oxygen tank upright in an approved storage device. If a tank is knocked over and begins to make a hissing noise, turn it off right away. If the regulator breaks or you cannot turn it off, immediately leave the room and notify the fire department and the medical supply company. Be careful not to trip over the tubing.

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   Do I need an oxygen tank?

   • A note from Cleveland Clinic If you have a condition that affects your breathing or are going to spend time in a high-altitude area, you may need an oxygen tank. Using a nasal cannula or an oxygen mask may be uncomfortable at first. And transporting a portable tank may require some adjustments.

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9. www.lung.org › oxygen-therapy › using-oxygen-at-homeOxygen Therapy: Using Oxygen at Home - American Lung Association

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   Step 1: Check Your Supply. Wash your hands. Pressurize your compressed oxygen tank or turn on your portable oxygen concentrator (POC). Follow the instructions from your healthcare provider or medical supply company. Check the oxygen gauge on the tank to be sure you have enough. Your medical supply company will tell you when to call for more ...