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davebrick
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Are there risks using O2 right out of the hose ?
« on: Sep 9th, 2004, 1:09am » |
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Hi all
I am the one that just got his first O2 tank and my mask sucks.
So what I have just been Experimenting with is just using the hose directly. My question is, is this dangerous or not ?
At least now I am getting 100% O2 and not half air.
cheers,
Yogi
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Re: Are there risks using O2 right out of the hose
« Reply #1 on: Sep 9th, 2004, 6:12am » |
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I had no problems except for dryness irritation.
Are you using a medical or welding setup?
A non rebreather mask should provide you with nearly 100% O2, but I could never deal with the mask.
I believe that being able to intake through your nose probably helps get O2 to your head quicker, maybe... But I've had good results with just the hose.
So the answer to your question is no... At least from my experience.
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Re: Are there risks using O2 right out of the hose
« Reply #2 on: Sep 9th, 2004, 7:46am » |
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So I guess that makes you a real hoser, eh? 
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Re: Are there risks using O2 right out of the hose
« Reply #3 on: Sep 9th, 2004, 8:19am » |
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In ordinary breathing the lungs only inflate so far until in- and outside pressure are equal.
If you apply the higher pressure directly from the hose you might end up like the
Michelin Man.
Be careful!
BTW, with the proper use of a non-rebreather mask you'll get 100% oxygen too.
PFNADs, Ueli 
PS, please avoid cross-posting.
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Re: Are there risks using O2 right out of the hose
« Reply #4 on: Sep 9th, 2004, 2:04pm » |
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Ueli's exactly right here. The risk of huffing directly out of the hose is that you can tear lung tissue. For this reason, you need a NRB mask and a flow regulator.
ONCE AGAIN - we need you over at OUCH Canada, Dave. We have another sufferer in Victoria that is in desparate need of a good cluster neuro in your area. Their GP told them he wouldn't prescribe oxygen because it's so addictive.  Thankfully, this supporter developed very sharp teeth and, after a good butt kicking, she walked away with a script for O2. Please? Tell us your neuro's name?
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Re: Are there risks using O2 right out of the hose
« Reply #5 on: Sep 9th, 2004, 5:31pm » |
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Heres a friendly tip, Dave
You dont have to post the same question on every board, each board has a purpose 
...........................jonny
BTW:....incase you didnt see my post on ther OTHER board, register at CAN-OUCH....see Margi and get yourself a mask.
Would hate to see you blow the house up without it.
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Re: Are there risks using O2 right out of the hose
« Reply #6 on: Sep 9th, 2004, 7:09pm » |
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Quote:see Margi and get yourself a mask.
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Is it a stick up? Run Margi RUN!
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