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dollx

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on: Jul 16, 2018
Which of the following will correct the problem of tubing condensation within the ventilator cir-cuit?
 
  a. Water traps c. Hot-wire circuit
  b. Increase the room temperature d. Both A and C

Question 2

Which of the following are contraindications for heat moisture exchanger (HME) use? 1. Hypothermia 2. Uncuffed endotracheal tubes 3. With heated humidification 4. Decrease volume of secretions
 
  a. 1, 2, and 3 c. 2 and 3
  b. 1 and 3 d. 2 and 4


lorealeza77

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

ANS: D
Hot-wire circuits are quite common in the intensive care unit. The placement of wire-heating ele-ments into the ventilator circuit allows the gas delivered to the patient to remain at a constant temperature.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
Contraindications of heat and moisture exchanger use are hypothermia, the presence of uncuffed endotracheal tubes, use with heated humidification, and an increase in the volume of secretions.


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