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How do you sterilize an oxygen cannula?

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Nasal cannulas are pretty cheap--some are less than a dollar a piece (case in point: http://www.vitalitymedical.com/vitalitymedical.storefront/4ace5a7a002c00912719d8b1902c066f/Product/View/SLT1600_ea). In fact, they're even cheaper if you buy them buy the case. I would recommend just replacing them often. Its probably better for your health and immunity in the long run.

If you do want to wash them for re-use, you can use soap and water. However, this is only suitable if you personally will be using them again.

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