Jose Acosta, CRT, is a certified respiratory therapist with 15+ years of experience delivering both institutional and home-based respiratory care. Skilled in Medical Devices, Software Implementation, Healthcare Information Technology (HIT), Software Testing, and Critical Care.
Oxygen is a necessity for human life. Our lungs and only our lungs can draw in breath and deliver oxygen into the body. The heart pumps red blood cells into the lung. Here, the red blood cells are refreshed with oxygen. They are then sent through the major blood vessels to all the body’s tissue and organs, including the brain, heart, and skeletal muscles. And, all of this happens without us ev...
Most healthy people take oxygen for granted. Unfortunately, breathing easily and without assistance is not a privilege everyone enjoys. More than 1.5 million adults suffering from respiratory disorders in the United States use supplemental oxygen as a means to improve their quality of life.1 Others don’t realize that they could benefit from oxygen therapy. So what are the signs that a...
What is the Caire Companion 5 Oxygen Concentrator? The Caire Companion 5 is a home oxygen concentrator that offers a continuous flow of up to 5 liters of oxygen per minute (LPM). Weighing only 36 lbs, this compact unit rests on sturdy castors and comes with an integrated top handle that make it easy to move from room to room. Key Features of the Caire Companion 5 Oxygen...
About 25 million people in the US have asthma, a respiratory disorder in which the airway becomes inflamed and causes the person to experience difficulty breathing.1 For patients with asthma, the current COVID-19 pandemic is especially worrisome. The human coronavirus is a highly contagious respiratory virus that infects and inflames the lungs and is spread through airborne droplets f...
Regularly cleaning your oxygen concentrator is important and highly recommended. Just as cleaning your other household appliances reduces germ and bacteria buildup, cleaning your oxygen concentrator helps to prevent infection and helps maintain peak performance of your machine. Follow these simple steps to ensure you are taking proper care of your equipment.How to Clean the Outside of ...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YI_pBS4lv3Y&t=1sManaging oxygen therapy at home requires a reliable oxygen concentrator. An oxygen concentrator works by filtering ambient air to purify it and then distribute the newly formed air. With the Nidek Mark 5 Nuvo Lite Oxygen Concentrator, cutting-edge technology meets an ultra-compact stationary unit for quality, consistent performance.&nbs...
While it is normal for oxygen levels to drop while you sleep, if the drop is too low it can increase the risk for disrupted sleep and even cause serious health problems. It is important to recognize the symptoms of low oxygen. If you suffer from low oxygen levels, oxygen concentrators can offer supplemental oxygen to help ensure a peaceful and healthy rest.Symptoms of Low Oxygen While ...
Pulmonary fibrosis is a lung disease that occurs when lung tissue is damaged and scarred, resulting in shortness of breath. This disease affects approximately 100,000 people in the United States. Between 30,000 and 40,000 new cases are diagnosed each year.1 So, how should patients with pulmonary fibrosis prepare for the spread of the coronavirus? COVID-19 and Respiratory Supp...
The spread of the COVID-19 virus (otherwise known as coronavirus) has reached a pandemic level. Hundreds of thousands of cases have been reported and many more are going undetected as testing has only recently become available. Individuals at higher risk include people over the age of 60 and those who are immunocompromised or suffering from underlining chronic conditions, including asthma ...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PNDEYQdRH8oPatients with respiratory illness may require supplemental medical oxygen. When your physician writes a prescription, they will indicate the number of liters of oxygen delivered per minute (LPM) that you require. The LPM required will help determine whether a pulse dose or continuous flow oxygen concentrator best suits your needs. Here’s how the...
While flight regulations are constantly changing and at times confusing, patients requiring oxygen therapy should not have to live a restricted lifestyle. Portable oxygen concentrators give you the freedom to make all your vacation plans without worries. You can take sightseeing road trips, hop a flight to see friends and family, and even travel abroad all while maintaining your oxygen the...
For those who need oxygen on a regular basis but do not want to compromise their active lifestyle, the DeVilbiss iGo Portable Oxygen Concentrator offers portability and performance for on-the-go freedom. The machine can be used as both a home concentrator as well as a portable oxygen concentrator.
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