WHAT IS AN OXYGEN CONCENTRATOR
An oxygen concentrator (also referred to an oxygen generator) manufactures its own oxygen by utilizing molecular sieve beds to sift out the trace elements in room air. It is an electrical or battery-operated device. Concentrators come in many varieties, both stationary and portable and high and low liter flows.
Things To Keep In Mind When Using Oxygen at Home
Always post “no smoking” signs on your front and back doors. To notify people and the fire department to know where oxygen is in the case of a fire. Learn More
Five Tips for Easy Pulmonary Rehab at Home!
Pulmonary rehabilitation is the routine designed to improve the health of an individual after or while they are affected by a respiratory or pulmonary disorder.
Why Do Some People Need To Have A Tracheostomy?
A tracheostomy is usually done to bypass an obstructed upper airway or to clean and remove secretions from the airway or to more easily, and more safely, deliver oxygen to the lungs. Learn more about it @ HPFY
Suctioning Your Tracheostomy Tube
Suctioning is considered a sterile procedure and should be performed with this in mind. We ask that you try to be as clean as possible when suctioning an airway. Learn More About Tracheostomy Suctioning @HPFY
Monthly Tracheostomy Supplies Needed
Tracheostomy supplies need to be replenished monthly in order to maintain cleanliness and functionality. Buy Top Tracheostomy Supplies on Sale @ HPFY. Shop Now!
The term “decannulation” refers to the removal of the tracheostomy tube from the neck and the stoma is allowed to close up and heal. Learn More @ HPFY
Humidification to Tracheostomy via HME (Heat/Moisture Exchanger)
When you exhale through the Heat/Moisture Exchanger, it captures your exhaled heat and moisture and on your next breath, it delivers that back to your airway. Learn More @HPFY
Humidification to Trach Via Large Volume Nebulizer Or Jet Neb
When someone has a tracheostomy, their nose is bypassed and they are breathing via their tracheostomy. Thus depriving our lungs of our natural way to heat, humidify and filter the air we breathe.The large volume nebulizer provides this humidification. Learn More @HPFY
Tracheostomy: Providing the Supplemental Oxygen via Tracheostomy
Some patients need supplemental oxygen via their Tracheostomy tube. This will add a few more pieces to the set up. Learn all about Oxygen And Tracheostomy @HPFY
We have all heard about pandemics and endemics associated with the COVID-19 virus in the last couple of years. If you have been paying attention to the news recently, you have heard about the Monkeypox virus. As it spreads across the country, the concern is on the rise.
Why is Blood Pressure Higher in the Morning?
Blood pressure varies throughout the day. It can be affected by the foods you eat, how active you are, and emotional stress. High blood pressure or hypertension is a leading cause of stroke, cardiac arrest, heart conditions, blood vessel problems, and aneurysm formation.
11 Essential Oils for Pain Relief You Must Try
Medical conditions, injuries, and strenuous workouts can all cause pain. Due to the natural anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties, many people turn to essential oils for pain relief instead of popping over-the-counter or prescription pills that do more harm than good. This article will discuss essential oils for pain and how to use them safely.
Health Products For You can help explain the connection between stress and how it may affect your gut health, even causing diarrhea. Health Products For You has some options for treating diarrhea.
5 Best Wrist Blood Pressure Monitors
Having a blood pressure machine handy is an important aspect of checking one's health, especially after a certain age. Find the best wrist blood pressure monitor for tracking the blood pressure readings & help raise the alarm when any changes surface that may need the attention of a medical professional. Learn more about blood pressure machines at HPFY.
Having an ostomy doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy summer foods! You may need to limit a few things or substitute some ingredients, but there’s so much you can indulge in. I’m sure you’ve heard the saying, “Everything in moderation!” Learn more about ostomy diet at HPFY.
