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burton19126

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on: Jul 16, 2018
Helium/oxygen (heliox) mixtures are advantageous in treating obstructive lung disease (refractory asthma) because:
 A) the gas viscosity is lower
  B) higher oxygen concentrations are possible
  C) helium doesn't dissolve into the plasma
  D) the density of the gas is lower

Question 2

When setting the flowmeter on a partial rebreathing mask, oxygen flow
 A) should be at least 10 L/min
  B) should be set at flush (maximum setting)
  C) should be adjusted to maintain the desired PaCO2
  D) should be adjusted to keep the bag full


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Koolkid240

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Reply #1 on: Jul 16, 2018
Answer to Question 1

D

Answer to Question 2

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burton19126

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Reply 2 on: Jul 16, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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:D TYSM

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