While providing patient education to patients who will be discharged home on oxygen therapy, the respiratory therapist explains the hazards associated with oxygen delivery equipment in the home. This instruction should include all of the following EXCEPT

A. liquid oxygen burns when refilling portable tanks.
B. how to properly secure oxygen cylinders for transport.
C. use of grounded 3-prong outlets for electrical equipment.
D. emergency procedure to deal with gas explosions.


Answer: D. emergency procedure to deal with gas explosions.

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