Ed, good idea to visualize the mask as a positive...pilot hubby would take virtual trips in his airplane to stave off his anxiety over being "held down."

Re: the chemo sessions. Bill was given benedryl at the beginning of his sessions which I think included up to 10/11 meds thru the IV. So, he would usually nod off for an hour or two but then was able to read, roll to the bathroom or watch TV (which should be available in the treatment rooms) during his 7 hours there. The treatment room here was a very pleasant place (once you got over the shock of what was you were there for) ..bright, sunny, comfy reclining chairs, blankets if you are chilly and nurses that were top notch and very caring.

I hope your experience with chemo sessions compares. Best of luck,

Deb