2. WHAT WILL I LEARN?
• Types of artificial Oxygenation medical
products
• Difference between Oxygen
concentrator and Oxygen cylinder
• Specifications of Oxygen cylinders and
their accessories
• Precautions to be observed while
handling Oxygen
• General advice with regard to Oxygen
management
• MBBS doctors and students
• Nursing professionals and students
• Dentists and PG students
• AYUSH practitioners and students
• Allied healthcare professionals
Learning Objectives
By the end of this lesson you will
learn…
Is This Module For Me ?
If you are carrying out any of the following
responsibilities, then this module is for you
4. INTRODUCTION TO MEDICAL OXYGEN
Medical Oxygen is
required across many
levels of the health
system. People suffering
from respiratory distress
may need Oxygen
support.
NEED FOR MEDICAL
OXYGEN
Having a reliable supply
of Oxygen, is crucial
elements of avoiding
preventable deaths
among adults and
children globally.
IMPORTANCE OF A
RELIABLE SUPPLY
There are several
precautions that must be
observed while handling
Oxygen tanks, which will
be discussed in this
module.
HANDLING OF OXYGEN