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jho37

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What is the only major factor limiting the use of pressure-compensated Thorpe tube flowmeters?
 
  a. Downstream resistance
  b. Effect of position (gravity)
  c. DISS connector availability
  d. Use with gases other than O2

Question 2

Which of the following is false about a compensated Thorpe tube?
 
  a. Variable-orifice, constant-pressure flow-meter device
  b. Calibrated in liters per minute at atmos-pheric pressure
  c. Flow-control needle valve placed distal to the flow tube
  d. Accuracy unaffected by changes in downstream resistance


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BUTTHOL369

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

ANS: B
The only factor limiting the use of a pressure-compensated Thorpe tube is gravity. Because it is accurate only in an upright position, a Thorpe tube is not the ideal choice for patient transport. In these cases, the gravity-independent Bourdon gauge is a satisfactory alternative.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
The scale of the compensated Thorpe tube flowmeter is calibrated at 50 psig instead of at at-mospheric pressure.


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