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2020-08-03 15:10:45
Can oxygen cylinder that is available onl9 be kept as advance precaution against covid till the time of hospital admission? Will it be helpful to keep oxygen saturation level as required in critical conditions till hospitalization of the patient?
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Oxygen cylinder can be used as a precautionary measure.but be cautious in usage and storage as they are flammable

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Hi noted above concerns. Yes you may . As a precautionary measure.
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