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Is green oxygen tubing High Flow?

These high flow cannulas are designed for oxygen flows up to 15 LPM and include a 4-foot green, kink resistant oxygen supply tube with a standard connector end.

What is the maximum length of tubing for a oxygen concentrator?

BACKGROUND: Most patients on long-term oxygen therapy use stationary oxygen delivery systems. It is not uncommon for guidelines to instruct patients to use tubing lengths no longer than 19.68 ft (6 m) when using an oxygen concentrator and 49.21 ft (15 m) when using cylinders.

How often should you change oxygen tubing?

If you are only using your cannula and tubing a few hours a day, it is recommended that you change your tubing and cannula, every 3-6 months. If you use your concentrator more than a few hours a day, it is recommended to change your cannula on a monthly basis and your tubing, at least, every 2-6 months.

What do you do with old oxygen tubing?

If you know someone who is on oxygen, ask them for their old tubing. If you are on oxygen, don’t through your tubing out. Donate it to a SCRAP store, recycle it, or give to an organization that makes crafts. There are many uses for it.

How do you dispose of medical oxygen tubing?

If you are on oxygen, don’t through your tubing out. Donate it to a SCRAP store, recycle it, or give to an organization that makes crafts. There are many uses for it.

What should you not do while on oxygen?

Oxygen Safety

Never smoke, and don’t let others light up near you. Keep away from open flames, such as matches, cigarette lighters, and burning tobacco. Stay 5 feet away from heat sources. That includes gas stoves, candles, lighted fireplaces, and electric or gas heaters.

How long can your oxygen tubing be?

As previously mentioned, most manufacturers recommend oxygen tubing lengths no more than 50 feet. Longer oxygen tubing will diminish oxygen concentration and effectiveness of therapy. If your oxygen tubing is too short, consider using an oxygen tubing connector to create one long tube from two short tubes.

What happens if your oxygen concentrator is set too high?

Oxygen toxicity is lung damage that happens from breathing in too much extra (supplemental) oxygen. It’s also called oxygen poisoning. It can cause coughing and trouble breathing. In severe cases it can even cause death.

How long is nasal cannula good for?

Knowing the proper care requirements of your nasal cannula will not only improve its durability, but also ensure the effectiveness of your oxygen therapy over the long haul. During the typical lifespan, if kept clean, a nasal cannula will last about two months, according to the Lung Institute.

Do nasal cannula prongs go up or down?

Most cannulae today have curved prongs so they fit more naturally inside the nostrils. Hold the cannula so the prongs are pointing up toward the ceiling and curve down toward you. If the cannula does not have curved prongs, just hold it so the prongs are pointed upward and angled toward your body.

Can you shower with oxygen tubing?

If you are dependent on oxygen, it is safe to use the oxygen while in the shower. You can drape the oxygen supply hose safely over the shower door, shower rod, or side of the tub.

What is the flow rate for a nasal cannula?

Flow rates of 1-4 litres per minute are used with nasal cannulas, equating to a concentration of approximately 24-40% oxygen. Flow rates of up to 6 litres can be given but this will often cause nasal dryness and can be uncomfortable for patients (British Thoracic Society, 2008).