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Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disorder (Expert Forum)
COPD and altitude
by Jane151, May 21, 2009 02:20PM
My mother is coming to live with us in Colorado and she now lives in California. Will the change in altitude be a big problem with her oxygen tank?
Doctor's Answer
by National Jewish Health, May 29, 2009 04:30PM
, May 29, 2009 04:30PM
Assuming that your mother is on continuous oxygen, her coming to Colorado should not be a problem. The oxygen flow-rate may have to be increased and, for that reason, you should make arrangements in advance to have her oxygenation status tested by oximetry, while at rest, walking at a normal pace and during sleep.
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