Oxygen Patients and Mobility...experience for supplemental oxygen patients in the future....Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
What You Wish Friends and Family Understood About COPD... oxygen and therefore, not everyone who is struggling is wearing a visible “nose hose.”... By Stephanie Huston3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 comments
Near Birth Events May Contribute To COPD ...They are usually exposed to supplemental oxygen. This also may cause changes that impact how lungs develop.... By John Bottrell, RRT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments7 comments
How to Know When the End Is Near With COPD...For one thing, supplemental oxygen can help relieve breathlessness to some extent even during the latter stages of COPD.... By Kathi MacNaughton3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments13 comments
Healthcare Team Who Treats COPD...A primary care doctor can perform physical exams and prescribe medicines or supplemental oxygen, which can be sufficient for some COPD cases.... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for later
How to Prevent a Flare-Up...With COPD, we use energy to eat, so enjoy what you can tolerate and always wear supplemental oxygen if you are prescribed it.... By Barbara Moore2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments25 comments
Making a Video...I will need my supplemental oxygen tank topped up and ready while my hair is drying.... By Barbara Moore3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
COPD Lexicon: Hospital Terms Defined...It’s a plastic device that allows you to inhale supplemental oxygen. One end has two prongs that fit into your nares.... By John Bottrell, RRT4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Sleeping and COPD...I began taking a sleep aid, supplemental oxygen and using a BiPap to eliminate excess carbon dioxide.... By Barbara Moore3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments9 comments
Owning Your Courage...Your house is on fire, your kitchen is flooding, your power is out, and you have no canisters of supplemental oxygen.... By Barbara Moore3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments5 comments
USE OF OXYGEN DURING PANDEMIC...helps anyone using supplemental oxygen....Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
What Does a Mindful Walk Mean?...If you use supplemental oxygen for exertion, have it ready and at hand. Close your eyes and release all thoughts and pictures from your mind.... By Barbara Moore3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments7 comments
Tips for Living Your Best Life With End-Stage COPD...Supplemental oxygen can also be very helpful in reducing anxiety and improving your symptoms.... By Kathi MacNaughton3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Preventing & Managing COPD Exacerbations...Use your supplemental oxygen if you have it. Take care of yourself. Eat healthy, stay hydrated and get plenty of rest.... By Kathi MacNaughton3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments10 comments
Five Ways to Fight COPD Fatigue...If supplemental oxygen has been prescribed for you, make sure you know how and when to use it to best help your breathing and stamina.... By Kathi MacNaughton4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments36 comments
COPD and Lung Damage...Supplemental oxygen can be helpful in some cases. Here's another piece of good news: COPD can be prevented.... By Kathi MacNaughton4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 comments
How a Dog Helped My Mom With COPD Flares...With consistent attention to medication, rest/exercise balance and possibly supplemental oxygen, your health can often be kept on a fairly even keel for... By Kathi MacNaughton3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
What To Expect in The Emergency Room...The pulse oximeter will show your oxygen saturation, and indicate whether or not you need supplemental oxygen.... By John Bottrell, RRT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Should Vitamins and Supplements Be Part of Your COPD Treatment Plan?...Quite often, your doctor may have prescribed medications and/or supplemental oxygen.... By Kathi MacNaughton5 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments15 comments
Does anyone exercise without supplemental oxygen?...My Mom has COPD... it is so frustrating because she refuses to use any oxygen outside her home....Reactions0reactionsComments3 replies