Figures
- Figure 1
Oxygen–haemoglobin dissociation curve.
Tables
- Table 1
Overview of recommendations for patients
Stage Recommendation Planning air travel Start to plan as far in advance of travel as possible Discuss other travel-related concerns with your doctor at an early stage (including medical insurance, other medications, oxygen therapy at destination, vaccinations, etc.) Research airlines to understand different travel policies and restrictions; use ELF's Airline Index to help you [13] Arrange a fit-to-fly assessment Ask the airline what information is required on the medical certificate and arrange for this to be produced When booking flights, choose an aisle seat that is close to the airplane door and toilets Share the travel itinerary with the oxygen provider Arrange oxygen supply for travel and at the destination Contact airport assistance services to plan travel through airports and avoid fatigue At the airport Take print outs of relevant paperwork with you, including medical certificate copies and instructions and warranty for oxygen equipment Use assistance services Make yourself known to airline employees at the gate, and ask to board first or last to avoid having to rush or queue During the flight Try to relax as much as possible once on the plane Keep the oxygen equipment instructions accessible in case they are needed Remind the flight attendant about disembarking first or last At the destination Use airport assistance services at the destination airport Make your way to the pre-arranged drop-off point for the destination oxygen equipment as soon as possible
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Why is medical oxygen a challenge for people travelling by air?
