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In reply to the discussion: Keep this information handy (practical tips for managing COVID-19 from an RN) [View all]Texin
(2,603 posts)62. I haven't had a humidifier since maybe the 70s.
Doctors have warned about the fact the devices can develop mold that can be propelled by the steam. What I used to do was heat up a pot of water, bring it to the boil and drape a towel over the pan and breathe in the steam - but at a safe enough distance from the pan to avoid a burn. Of course, this would mean a person is able to stand comfortably, and that may not be possible if running a high temp and feeling too ill to get around. I may just get a humidifier after all. They're cheap.
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Keep this information handy (practical tips for managing COVID-19 from an RN) [View all]
htuttle
Mar 2020
OP
I'm going to add with a post of my own tomorrow about pulmonary hygiene. Timely topic.
58Sunliner
Mar 2020
#1
Kicking to save your post in hopes that none of us need this excellent information.
Cracklin Charlie
Mar 2020
#12
Thank you. I would ad a digital thermometer to your list. 101 sick. 103 bad. 105 damage
Midnight Writer
Mar 2020
#19
Also another reminder that people with high blood pressure have had more complications.
flying_wahini
Mar 2020
#36
What's the purpose of a humidifier? I remember my dad had a vaporizer when he was sick.
C Moon
Mar 2020
#43