Common Trilogy Alarms

These are some of the most common alarms you will encounter with the Trilogy ventilator and some of the causes and solutions for those alarms. Because who doesn't love a cheat sheet? High Pressure – Could be caused by kinks in the circuit, blockage in the trach tube, increased or thicker mucus blocking the airway, …

Water Safety 101

It's that time of year in The South when the weather changes from lovely to somewhere between the surface or the sun and lava. Rivers, pools, and beaches become a safe haven from heat strokes, but a scary place for kids if water safety isn't a priority. Having the discussion about all of the ways …

Air Quality at Home

Once you finally break free of the hospital and get to go home as a family, the last thing you want is to go back to the hospital any sooner than necessary. These are a few of the best tips compiled from multiple sources to help you have the best air quality possible flowing through …

Traveling/Vacationing With Medical Equipment

Vacation time is usually a time of preparation, packing, planning, and “what-iffing”. You have to be sure that you have everything packed that you may need to wear or use. You have to be certain that your travel route is planned and coordinated. You make sure that your schedule is set, so that you know …

Simply Go Portable Concentrator Cheat Sheet

​Simply Go Portable Concentrator Do not use more than 30 ft of oxygen tubingBattery takes 4 hours to fully chargeBattery Life varies depending on oxygen flow being used.Only remove the batteries when the machine is turned off. Alarms and What They Mean Low Oxygen Concentration – you will see 02 displayed under the mode symbol, this …

Home Safety Guidelines for Oxygen

Do not go near open flames. Keep oxygen and equipment at least 10 feet away from open flames or extreme heat.Do not use oil or petroleum-based products while using oxygen. If your child's nose is getting dried out or irritated, use a water based lubricant. Do not store oxygen cylinders in the garage, bring them …

Power Outage/Natural Disaster Checklist

Keep aware of inclement weather conditions, and make sure all battery operated equipment has a full charge.Have emergency supplies readily available, such as: bottled water, flashlights, radio, and medical supplies.Always be aware of how much oxygen is in your backup tank, and how much you have on hand. If you are low on oxygen, make …