A patient has been receiving oxygen per nasal cannula during her hospitalization for emphysema.She asks the nurse whether she will have to use oxygen at home.What should the nurse tell the patient about long-term home oxygen therapy?

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Long-term home oxygen therapy has been shown to improve survival and quality of life for patients with chronic respiratory failure, including those with emphysema/COPD. It is not contraindicated in these patients and should be prescribed by a healthcare provider based on clinical assessment and tests. Nighttime use may be necessary for some patients and can be monitored using pulse oximetry.

A Patient Has Been Receiving Oxygen Per Nasal Cannula During