Arranging Oxygen Before Discharge
Your family member has been told they need oxygen at home? Here is what you need to prepare.
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- What oxygen flow has been prescribed?
- Is the flow continuous or pulse dose?
- How many hours per day should oxygen be used?
- Is oxygen required during sleep?
- Is oxygen required during walking or exercise?
- What oxygen interface should be used?
- Is humidification required?
- What monitoring instructions have been given?
- What symptoms require urgent medical attention?
- Is a backup oxygen source required?
- When is the next follow-up appointment?
- Who should the family call with clinical questions?
Home Preparation Checklist
- Select a well-ventilated equipment location
- Confirm electrical outlet availability
- Avoid extension leads where possible
- Keep equipment away from heat and flame
- Create a no-smoking area
- Make space around the concentrator
- Measure tubing route
- Remove trip hazards
- Decide where backup equipment will be stored
- Identify the caregiver responsible for daily checks
- Save supplier and emergency numbers
Information OxygenEasy Needs
- Prescribed oxygen flow rate
- Continuous flow or pulse dose requirement
- Expected daily usage hours
- Whether oxygen is needed during sleep
- Discharge date or equipment needed date
- Home, portable or cylinder requirement
- Delivery address
- Whether the building has a lift
- Whether the patient needs to travel for appointments
- Contact name and telephone
If a healthcare provider has not specified the oxygen flow or usage, please confirm with the doctor first.