Dick said:The gas in the cylinder is under pressure. So it is equivalent to many more liters at atomospheric pressure. Find out how many and then it is as simple as you think.
proton said:you may have to use calculus to solve this
bpw91284 said:No, it's the lowest level physics class.
To calculate the duration of oxygen in a cylinder, you will need to know the volume of the cylinder in liters and the flow rate of the oxygen in liters per minute. Then, divide the volume of the cylinder by the flow rate to determine the duration in minutes. For example, if you have a 2,000 liter cylinder and a flow rate of 10 liters per minute, the duration would be 200 minutes.
The formula for calculating oxygen cylinder duration is: Duration (in minutes) = Cylinder Volume (in liters) / Flow Rate (in liters per minute).
The standard flow rate for oxygen in a cylinder is typically 2 liters per minute. However, this may vary depending on the specific needs of the patient and the type of oxygen therapy being administered.
Yes, the same formula can be used for calculating oxygen cylinder duration for different types of cylinders as long as you have the volume of the cylinder in liters and the flow rate in liters per minute. However, keep in mind that the duration may vary depending on the size and type of cylinder.
Yes, there are a few factors that can affect the accuracy of the calculation for oxygen cylinder duration. These include changes in the flow rate, changes in the patient's breathing pattern, and leaks in the cylinder or delivery system. It is important to regularly monitor and adjust the flow rate to ensure accurate calculations.