Must Haves For Traveling Other Than A Portable Oxygen Tank

By Estelle Larsen


There are many people who are suffering from conditions that affects their intake of air. The fortunate thing is that there are oxygen tanks that can supply air on their lungs for them to survive. These days, more and more people are having the freedom to roam around and do other things unlike before that they are only confined to one place because of the oxygen tanks.

But now, through some major innovations moving around is now possible. By using a portable oxygen tank, those who are dependent to the tank can go to other places. This can be a hassle at first, especially if the person is not used to carrying something around at all times. But since it is essential for breathing, it will become a part of your body somehow.

When choosing a device to supply air, you first need to determine whether you need the continuous flow or the pulse flow. Continuous flow of oxygen means that the device will continue to supply the lungs with oxygen regardless if you are inhaling or not. The pulse flow on the other hand, will only supply air when it is triggered by inhalation.

A pulse flow tank has a conserver inside it so that the oxygen is regulated. This way it is easier to conserve air and the supply can last 5 times more than those without conservers. But those who have more serious conditions need to be in the continuous flow when they are sleeping since there is a chance that the oxygen inhaled would not be enough due to shallow breaths when sleeping.

It is true that people who have a tank attached to them cannot do what others can. There are certain limitations to the activities that they are allowed to perform. But if you are wondering on whether or not they are allowed to travel, the answer would depend on their condition. There are cases that are too risky to travel. But there are others who are allowed. To be sure, you need to ask the attending doctor.

Asking permission from your attending physician prior to traveling is essential so that you can have the necessary papers which you will need. They can also give you pointers on what to do in case of an emergency and what are the things to prepare. You will be bringing several documents regarding your medical condition as well.

One of the most important paper that you have to carry with you is a documentation for your portable tank. You can ask for a letter from your tank provider. It can also be the sales invoice when you purchased it.

Make a huge space for your documents as you will be bringing many. Do not forget to bring your personal Ids and contact numbers of people you can call during emergencies or when you need advice, like your doctor and your device provider. And a treatment plan in case there is a flare up during the travel.

You also need to make room for your medications. Make sure that you will be bringing extra doses. This will be preventive measure in case your return got delayed. And you also have to secure a statement from your physician if you are traveling by plane. This would allow you to use your equipment while you are inside the plane.




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