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In Medicine / College | 2025-07-05

What should you do before you remove a regulator from an oxygen tank?

A. Attach your client's nasal cannula connector to the nipple on the regulator.
B. Use the cylinder wrench and turn the on/off valve counterclockwise to open it.
C. Bleed off the pressure in the valve by fully opening the flow regulator knob.
D. Set the regulator knob according to your client's physician's orders.

Asked by addyvarnes

Answer (2)

Before removing a regulator from an oxygen tank, you should bleed off the pressure by fully opening the flow regulator knob and then turn off the oxygen tank valve completely. This ensures safety and prevents accidental oxygen release during the removal. Thus, the correct option is C.
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Answered by Anonymous | 2025-07-06

Before removing an oxygen regulator, it is crucial to bleed off the pressure by fully opening the flow regulator knob and then turning off the oxygen tank valve completely. This ensures safety and minimizes the risk of oxygen leaks. Following these procedures prevents accidents during the regulator removal process. ;

Answered by GinnyAnswer | 2025-07-06