The other night it fell all the way to the floor and he doesn’t know how long it was off. I don’t think he can wear those round tender grip bandaids because his skin is sooooo thin does anyone know of any other creative tricks or things that work? I just REALLY worry about him and after not having his oxygen in for however long he’s had a couple hard days struggling to recoup! He’s a Marine so hanging out in his room watching him is clearly not going to be an option and I think he’s afraid to sleep because he’s worried he will take it off again! Any ideas are so very appreciated! Thank you so much! Be blessed!
You may want to consider getting an oxygen reader like ReliOn (TM) oximeter. It's that little gizmo that clips onto a finger for those times you want to check his oxygen level. They likely cost less than $20. There's been a few times I've grabbed Mom's gizmo to check her when I find her oxygen tube off or if she's struggling to breathe. You may find that the reading helps allay your concerns--or confirms to you this issue needs to be figured out.
In any case it is worth a call to his doctor and explain the problem that he is having.
Your dad might not be removing the oxygen, it is only behind the ears and when they roll over, it can become dislodged. Tell the company that provides his oxygen - in this case the VA - and they can send someone out to see what can be done. Or, they'll have you bring him in to be fitted for some head-gear.
BTW, oxygen is being prescribed even for people not needing it. Are you monitoring his oxygen levels? My DH was put on oxygen at night but it turned out he needed a pacemaker and not the oxygen. After his being checked while in hospital, we just stopped the oxygen - his level never goes below 95% and the nurse was right - he just didn't need it.
Thanks Cheerio314, I will go look up Adamia Therapeutic Repair Lotion - my DH is 96 and his skin is fragile too. I recently started using Aloe Vesta #1 Cleanse Body Wash & Shampoo which is not the foaming but the cream soap. It "Soothes & Conditions" thin skin. You just add it to his bath water and it's no rinse.