Getting Started on Home Oxygen

Getting Started on Home Oxygen has been developed by Lung Foundation Australia as a resource for those with a chronic lung condition, who have recently been prescribed home oxygen therapy, or may be prescribed it in the near future.

Inside you will find information about:

• Home oxygen therapy works
• The equipment that is used
• Practical tips others have found helpful
• The answers to some commonly asked questions

Getting Started On Home Oxygen (1.6MB)

A series of Practical Support Tools has also been developed that will further help those on Home Oxygen Therapy.

These are:

Your oxygen prescription and goal setting

Your power blackout action plan

Your equipment checklists:

Choosing a portable oxygen cylinder

Choosing a portable oxygen concentrator

Other Considerations

Things to ask a supplier

Information for buyers and sellers of portable oxygen equipment

The information in this booklet is largely aimed at adults with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), as this is one of the most common adult lung diseases that can lead to the need for home oxygen therapy.  People with other chronic lung conditions may also find this booklet helpful.

This publication can be downloaded or you can purchase a copy of this resource for $8.00 plus postage and handling by emailing enquiries@lungfoundation.com.au or calling 1 800 654 301 or download the Patient Education Brochure Order Form