Things To Carry When Traveling Aside From 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.

One thing that can be considered fortunate is the innovations for medical facilities in the past years. The portable oxygen tank is one product of such innovations. And these devices have allowed those who are suffering from lung condition to freely move from one place to another instead of being stationary on one place.

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.

Tanks that have the pulse flow mechanism are installed with a conserver. Conservers have the capacity to regulate the oxygen that is given to the body so that no air would be wasted. But there are times when those who are using the pulse flow device also needs to use the continuous flow especially when sleeping. The breathing when you are asleep is shallow and it might not be enough to trigger the pulse flow in the oxygen tank.

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.

Right before having the decision to travel, you need to ask permission from your doctor first. This is so that he can give you advice on what to prepare as well. Aside from your travel documents, you need to also bring some other documents that are essential for a hassle free travel.

You need to secure a document for your portable tank. You can ask for a statement of purchase from where you brought it. To save you the hassle, you can use the receipt that you have.

You will be bringing a handful of documents with you so be sure to have a room in the luggage where you can put it in an organized manner. Always have important phone numbers at the ready. The contact information of your physician should always be in speed dial. You should also bring more than one identification card.

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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