Does your COPD patient need in-flight oxygen? New algorithm may help
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Who Needs In-Flight Oxygen? New Method May Help by Brett Ley, MD COPD patients without a long-term indication for supplemental oxygen may still be at risk for severe hypoxemia during air travel since cabin pressures are generally maintained to simulate altitudes of about 8000 feet. In-flight supplemental oxygen is recommended when the partial pressure of arterial oxygen (PaO2) is expected to fall below 50 to 55 mmHg, but predicting which patients are at risk can be difficult.
Does your COPD patient need in-flight oxygen? New algorithm may help
Does your COPD patient need in-flight oxygen…
Does your COPD patient need in-flight oxygen? New algorithm may help
Who Needs In-Flight Oxygen? New Method May Help by Brett Ley, MD COPD patients without a long-term indication for supplemental oxygen may still be at risk for severe hypoxemia during air travel since cabin pressures are generally maintained to simulate altitudes of about 8000 feet. In-flight supplemental oxygen is recommended when the partial pressure of arterial oxygen (PaO2) is expected to fall below 50 to 55 mmHg, but predicting which patients are at risk can be difficult.
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