OXYGEN TANK COVER

Abstract

A cover and/or decorative cover for an oxygen tank. Covers that encompass or wrap an oxygen tank, oxygen cylinder and/or cart holding or supporting an oxygen tank and/or oxygen cylinder and associated valves, tubing and wiring.

Claims

1. A cover system for a pressurized medical gas cylinder, the cover system comprising: at least in part a flexible material; wherein the cover system configuration is easily removable from and/or added to the pressurized medical gas cylinder, wherein the cover system provides a less unsightly perception to and by a patient and others than that of the pressurized medical gas cylinder itself, and wherein the cover system facilitates the operation and replacement of the pressurized medical gas cylinder.

2. The system of claim 1, wherein the cover further comprises at least one fastener, the at least one fastener configured to connect to the flexible material to the pressurized medical gas cylinder.

3. The system of claim 1, wherein the pressurized medical gas cylinder includes an associated and accompanying holding and travel cart, valves, tubing, dosing systems and masks, and wiring.

4. The system of claim 1, wherein the flexible material wraps around the pressurized medical gas cylinder, thereby providing a less unsightly perception to and by a patient and others than that of the pressurized medical gas cylinder itself.

5. The system of claim 1, wherein the flexible material is configured to include toys, dolls, cartoon characters, action figures, animals, public figures, and combinations thereof, on the flexible material

6. The system of claim 1, wherein the cover provides support for and to the pressurized medical gas cylinder.

7. The system of claim 1, wherein the cover protects the pressurized medical gas cylinder from the group consisting of rain, water, heat, flame, snow, cold, high barometric pressure, low barometric pressure, and combinations thereof.

8. The system of claim 1, wherein the cover includes a natural material and/or a synthetic material

9. The system of claim 1, wherein the cover is at least in part ridged.

10. A method to cover a pressurized medical gas cylinder, the method comprising the steps of: providing a pressurized medical gas cylinder cover comprising at least in part a flexible material; wherein, the cover is configured to be easily removed from and/or added to the pressurized medical gas cylinder; wherein the cover system provides a less unsightly perception to and by a patient and others than that of the pressurized medical gas cylinder itself, and wherein the cover system facilitates the operation and replacement of the pressurized medical gas cylinder.

11. The method of claim 10, wherein the provided cover further comprises at least one fastener.

12. The method of claim 10, wherein the pressurized medical gas cylinder includes an associated and accompanying holding and travel cart, valves, tubing, dosing systems and masks, and wiring.

13. The method of claim 10, wherein the pressurized medical gas cylinder includes associated and accompanying valves, tubing, dosing systems and masks, and wiring.

14. The method of claim 10, wherein the provided cover wraps around the pressurized medical gas cylinder.

15. The method of claim 10, wherein the provided cover is configured in appearance from the group consisting of toys, dolls, cartoon characters, action figures, animals, public figures, and combinations thereof.

16. The method of claim 10, wherein the provided cover provides support for and to the pressurized medical gas cylinder.

17. The method of claim 10, wherein the provided cover protects the pressurized medical gas cylinder from the group consisting of rain, water, heat, flame, snow, cold, high barometric pressure, low barometric pressure, and combinations thereof.

18. The method of claim 10, wherein the provided cover comprises at least in part a natural material and/or a synthetic material.

19. The system of claim 1, wherein the provided cover is at least in part ridged.

Description

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0043] FIG. 1 is front perspective view schematic of an oxygen cover of an embodiment of the present invention of a woman with a dress;

[0044] FIG. 2 is a rear front perspective schematic of an oxygen cover of an embodiment of the present invention of a woman with a dress;

[0045] FIG. 3 is a side perspective schematic of an oxygen cover of an embodiment of the present invention of a woman with a dress;

[0046] FIG. 4 is a side perspective schematic of an oxygen cover of an embodiment of the present invention of a woman with a dress;

[0047] FIG. 5 is a top perspective schematic of an oxygen cover of an embodiment of the present invention of a woman with a dress.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0048] In the following description, numerous details are set forth for the purpose of explanation. However, one of ordinary skill in the art will realize that the invention may be practiced without the use of these specific details.

[0049] The application incorporates the Appendix into the specification and the Appendix is part of the application as filed.

[0050] The purpose of this invention is to positively affect the psychological impact of needing to use a portable oxygen system by making the clinical equipment appear whimsical by using a decorative cover.

[0051] In certain embodiments, the product is a cloth coat that wraps around the tank and cart that has a doll-type head and arms attached. The doll head covers the cylinder controls which are easily accessed if needed. A dress is added over the doll form and can be changed seasonally or as desired. Other accessories can be added as desired. The doll's head is adorned with yarn hair and may also include a hat if desired. The entire assembly is attached by Velcro strips or spots so that it is easily removed as needed to replace the oxygen cylinder.

[0052] This decorative cover can help lessen the stigma of being tied to a piece of clinical medical equipment and can be tailored to the individual's interests. It can be changed as needed or desired.

[0053] In certain embodiments, the invention is a female doll. This can also be made as a male doll form, adding wings to make it appear as a fairy, making non-human forms such as a vase that can have removable silk flowers, a rocket ship, a tree, of animal forms such as a bear, giraffe, dog or cat. These can be tailored to the individual's interests.

[0054] The invention provides a profoundly positive affect on the mood of the patient. Patients are more likely to be willing to go out in public with the oxygen tank when properly adorned. The invention also provides a positive impact on people in the community who are drawn to the doll and engage with the patient in conversation and by taking an interest in her well-being. She can change the outfit as needed which keeps it interesting.

[0055] In certain embodiments of the invention, a cover for an oxygen tank, oxygen cylinder and/or cart is provided. In certain embodiments, the cover is a cloth coat that wraps around the tank and cart that has a doll-type head and arms attached.

[0056] In certain embodiments, the doll head covers the cylinder controls which are easily accessed if needed.

[0057] In certain embodiments, a dress is added over the doll form and can be changed seasonally or as desired. In certain embodiments, other accessories can be added as desired. In certain embodiments, the doll's head is adorned with yarn hair and may also include a hat if desired.

[0058] In certain embodiments, the entire assembly is attached by Velcro strips or spots so that it is easily removed as needed to replace the oxygen cylinder.

[0059] In certain embodiments, this decorative cover can help lessen the stigma of being tied to a piece of clinical medical equipment and can be tailored to the individual's interests. It can be changed as needed or desired.

[0060] In certain embodiments, the prototype is a female doll. This can also be made as a male doll form.

[0061] In certain embodiments, the cover includes adding wings to make it appear as a fairy, making non-human forms such as a vase that can have removable silk flowers, a rocket ship, a tree, of animal forms such as a bear, giraffe, dog or cat.

[0062] In certain embodiments, the cover is tailored to the patient's interest.

[0063] Typically, the cover for the oxygen tank has a profoundly positive affect on the mood of the patient. When using the cover, patients are more likely to be willing to go out in public with her oxygen tank when properly adorned.

[0064] There is a positive impact on people in the community who are drawn to the doll and engage with the patient in conversation and by taking an interest in the patient's well-being.

[0065] In certain embodiments, the patient can change the outfit of the doll as needed which keeps it interesting.

[0066] In certain embodiments, the cover is insulative and keeps the oxygen tank protected.

[0067] In certain embodiments, the cover does not interference with the function of the tank.

[0068] In certain embodiments, the cover has a slot on its side and various openings, so that a user can adjust the flow of oxygen from the tank.

[0069] In certain embodiments, the cover has an opening to allow for the oxygen tank vales to be accessed.

[0070] In certain embodiments, the cover has multiple pieces and elements such that the cover has multiple pieces and such that the cover has multiple pieces that can cover the oxygen tank, while allowing for access to the oxygen tank.

[0071] As depicted in FIG. 1, an oxygen cover of an embodiment of the present invention (100) is shown. In this particular embodiment, the cover is configured in appearance as a female doll having a face (105), dress (110), shirt (115) and hands (120). The inventive cover embodiment of the doll is shown covering and encompassing an oxygen tank (Not Shown, that is, the oxygen tank is conceded or covered).

[0072] As depicted in FIG. 2, a Velcro type fastener (125) may be used to affix the cover (100) to an oxygen tank.

[0073] FIGS. 3-5 show additional various views of the inventive embodiment.

[0074] While the invention has been specifically described in connection with certain specific embodiments thereof, it is to be understood that this is by way of illustration and not of limitation and that various changes and modifications in form and details may be made thereto, and the scope of the appended claims should be construed as broadly as the prior art will permit.

[0075] The description of the invention is merely exemplary in nature, and thus, variations that do not depart from the gist of the invention are intended to be within the scope of the invention. Such variations are not to be regarded as a departure from the spirit and scope of the invention.