Cylinder Inspection and Assembly Guidelines
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What is the oxygen pressure for medical-grade oxygen cylinders?

  • 3,000 psi
  • 2,000 psi (correct)
  • 4,000 psi
  • 1,000 psi

    • What do the markings 'D' and 'E' on oxygen cylinders signify?

  • Different gas compositions
  • Different valve types
  • Different pressure levels
  • Different sizes of cylinders (correct)

    • How often must oxygen cylinders be tested for hydrostatic testing?

  • Every 5 years
  • Every 10 years (correct)
  • Every year
  • Every 15 years

    • What does a 'five-pointed star' stamped on an oxygen cylinder indicate?

    <p>That the hydrostatic test date has been extended by 5 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of outlet do 'D' and 'E' cylinders have for oxygen delivery?

    <p>Pin-indexed medical post outlet</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of a facemask in an oxygen therapy unit?

    <p>To deliver oxygen to the patient's airways</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How long can an 'E' oxygen cylinder last when used at 6 Lpm?

    <p>1 hour, 3 minutes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the duration of an 'M' oxygen cylinder when used at 8 Lpm?

    <p>4 hours, 14 minutes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    At what rate can a 'K' oxygen cylinder be used to last for 10 hours and 30 minutes?

    <p>6 Lpm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How long can an oxygen cylinder last if it contains only 500 PSI of oxygen?

    <p>56 minutes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which cylinder can last the longest at 10 Lpm?

    <p>'K' Cylinder</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the duration for a D size cylinder with a pressure of 1500 psi and a flow rate of 7.5 Lpm?

    <p>18.75 minutes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    For an E size cylinder with a pressure of 2000 psi and a flow rate of 10 Lpm, what is the calculated duration?

    <p>25 minutes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the duration for an M size cylinder with a pressure of 750 psi and a flow rate of 15 Lpm?

    <p>40 minutes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Using the Cylinder Factor Method, what is the calculated duration for an H-K size cylinder with a pressure of 2000 psi and a flow rate of 9 Lpm?

    <p>90 minutes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If an oxygen cylinder has a pressure of 1000 psi and a flow rate of 12 Lpm, which cylinder size would provide a duration closest to 30 minutes?

    <p>M</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of a regulator assembly in an oxygen delivery system?

    <p>To regulate the rate of flow of oxygen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the regulator assembly attach to the cylinder in an oxygen delivery system?

    <p>Using a yoke with corresponding pins</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are adaptors used in oxygen delivery systems?

    <p>To connect different types of connections</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of using adaptors in major emergency situations?

    <p>To prevent the connection of gases other than oxygen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When using the CAREvent device for oxygen therapy, what type of cylinder can be used?

    <p>A 2,000-psi Drager BG4 cylinder</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key similarity between using the CAREvent device and a normal oxygen therapy unit?

    <p>The rate of flow regulation mechanism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done if an in-service tag is not found on a cylinder?

    <p>Tag the component and remove it from service</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why should the cylinder be quickly opened and closed during assembling?

    <p>To remove any contaminants in the aperture</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can happen if the old gasket is not removed when assembling a cylinder?

    <p>Alignment problems can arise</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to secure the cylinder in an upright position during assembly?

    <p>To align the pins on the yoke with the holes in the post</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must be ensured before opening the cylinder valve?

    <p>The flow control must be fully off</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of cracking the cylinder during assembly?

    <p>To check for contaminants in the aperture</p> Signup and view all the answers

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