Blog posts of '2016' 'January'

Have you ever looked at ostomy supplies and didn't know how to use them? Sometimes reading the little inserts inside the boxes isn't enough. What if you don't know anyone with an ostomy or your nurse isn't available to answer every question? YouTube is an amazing resource for ostomy care and support. You can find product reviews, how-to videos, and general ostomy support. The people who make the ostomy videos on YouTube do an fantastic job explaining the products and sharing what life with an ostomy is like. tips and tricks for life with an ostomy. As an example, I am going to share

How to clean a nebulizer safely: After Each Breathing Treatment: Wash your hands with soap and warm water. Take apart the nebulizer, check your instructions for how to disassemble your nebulizer. Rinse the mask or mouthpiece with warm running water for at least 30 seconds. Do not wash nebulizer tubing or compressor, always check your instructions. Shake off excess water and place parts on a clean dry paper towel for air-drying. Never immerse your compressor or tubing in water. Reassemble the nebulizer system after the individual parts have dried.