Can I put the portable cylinder on the pram or wheelchair?
If you are using an oxygen cylinder with a buggy it may change its centre of gravity. consider this to avoid the buggy from toppling over.
Some Primary Care Trusts have trays for carrying oxygen cylinders to prevent the buggy from toppling over. We recommend that you contact your clinician for more information.
If your child uses an electric mobility chair, remember to remove any oxygen cylinders when not in use.
Can I have a supply of oxygen at the nursery/school?
Yes you can have a secondary supply at school, work or wherever it is required. A separate Home Oxygen Order Form (HOOF) will be required with the address for delivery on and this comes from your clinician.
My child’s cannula is blocked how do I get new ones?
If you contact the patient service centre 0800 136 603 they can arrange for new cannulas. Your homecare technician can also supply them when visiting.
When shall I order the replenishment of Oxygen Cylinders?
We suggest you order when you start using your last cylinder. Remember to order supplies for the weekend before 4pm on Thursday.
When shall I order the replenishment of Liquid Oxygen?
We suggest you order your Liquid Oxygen Unit:
- If your unit has an electronic gauge: Order when your mother unit is showing 2 bars.
- If your unit has a manual gauge: Order when the gauge is quarter full.
- Please note: Liquid Oxygen is not used for neonates and babies under 1. We recommend cylinders due to the purity.