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Carrying
system- there are a variety of ways to carry your portable
oxygen system, including wheeled carts for larger systems,
shoulder bags, carrying cases, and even fanny packs for
the smallest portable oxygen systems.
Pulse
oximeter- these devices allow you to monitor your blood
oxygen saturation, and helps you administer precisely
the amount of supplemental oxygen you need. This allows
you to maximize your oxygen supply.
Conserving nasal cannula- this device is placed in the
nasal opening and is designed to maximize the amount of
oxygen that is inhaled, thereby optimizing respiration
and conserving oxygen in the tank and allowing it to last
longer.
Oxygen
conserving device- there are electronic conserving devices
that provide up to 3-7 times as much duration from your
oxygen cylinder by sensing your inhalation/exhalation
cycle and releasing a measured bolus of oxygen at the
start of each inhalation (where it will reach the deepest
portion of your lungs), then shutting off the flow during
the remainder of your inhalation/exhalation cycle (so
it isn't wasted). Similar to the conserving nasal cannula,
this technology enables you to achieve astonishingly long
duration from small portable oxygen cylinders.
The
duration of a given portable oxygen system (the amount
of time the system can be used before having to refill
it) depends on many related factors. Naturally, the size
of the oxygen tank is a key factor because it determines
how much oxygen you have to start with. How the oxygen
is regulated and conserved by the system, in conjunction
with how many breaths per minute, the altitude that the
system is used and other factors will determine the ultimate
duration of a given portable oxygen system.
How
to find the best portable oxygen for you
Finding portable oxygen online is a great way to research
and compare several types and models of portable oxygen
tanks and accessories. Online shopping can also be a lot
more convenient and efficient than driving across and
around town in person, especially if there is no portable
oxygen supplier close to you. Shopping online for portable
oxygen can also be done 24 hours a day, and there are
a few things to look for when shopping for the right portable
oxygen web site for you.
Price-
of course, price should be a consideration for any purchase
you make, including portable oxygen supplies. All other
things being equal, it usually makes sense to go with
the service that offers the lowest price. However, don't
make price your only criteria for choosing the best portable
oxygen or portable oxygen supply site. Find out if the
site will work with your insurance company, whether or
not they can finance your purchase, and if they have a
low price guarantee.
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