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pragya sharda

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Explain why patients are instructed not to smoke or to be around smokers while on oxygen therapy.
 
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What educational topics can you think of that a physician might want to discuss at a public speaking engagement?
 
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Answer to Question 1

Although oxygen itself will not burn or explode, it can feed a spark or flame so care must be used to avoid all substances or situations considered flammable.

Answer to Question 2

Physicians may choose to speak on any educational topic they believe will be of interest in that community.



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