You arrive at work and note that the portable oxygen tanks in the ambulance are now yellow instead of green as during the previous shift. As a knowledgeable EMT you should:

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As an EMT, it is important to use equipment that you are familiar with and that has been properly checked and maintained. Any change in equipment should be noted and verified with your supervisor. The change in color of the oxygen tanks could indicate a change in equipment or supplier. Therefore, it is best to remove the yellow cylinder and retrieve a green one that is known to have been properly checked and maintained.

You Arrive at Work and Note That the Portable Oxygen