Cylinder Inspection and Assembly Guidelines

What is the oxygen pressure for medical-grade oxygen cylinders?

2,000 psi

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

Different sizes of cylinders

How often must oxygen cylinders be tested for hydrostatic testing?

Every 10 years

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

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

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

Pin-indexed medical post outlet Signup and view all the answers

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

To deliver oxygen to the patient's airways Signup and view all the answers

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

1 hour, 3 minutes Signup and view all the answers

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

4 hours, 14 minutes Signup and view all the answers

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

6 Lpm Signup and view all the answers

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

56 minutes Signup and view all the answers

Which cylinder can last the longest at 10 Lpm?

'K' Cylinder 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?

18.75 minutes 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?

25 minutes 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?

40 minutes 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?

90 minutes 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?

M Signup and view all the answers

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

To regulate the rate of flow of oxygen Signup and view all the answers

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

Using a yoke with corresponding pins Signup and view all the answers

Why are adaptors used in oxygen delivery systems?

To connect different types of connections Signup and view all the answers

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

To prevent the connection of gases other than oxygen Signup and view all the answers

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

A 2,000-psi Drager BG4 cylinder Signup and view all the answers

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

The rate of flow regulation mechanism Signup and view all the answers

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

Tag the component and remove it from service Signup and view all the answers

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

To remove any contaminants in the aperture Signup and view all the answers

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

Alignment problems can arise Signup and view all the answers

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

To align the pins on the yoke with the holes in the post Signup and view all the answers

What must be ensured before opening the cylinder valve?

The flow control must be fully off Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of cracking the cylinder during assembly?

To check for contaminants in the aperture Signup and view all the answers