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nramada

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on: Jul 16, 2018
A patient who requires mechanical ventilation has a core body temperature of 32o C; humidity is being provided with a heat moisture exchanger. Which of the following statements is accurate?
 
  a. The relative humidity at BTPS will be in-creased.
  b. Higher inspiratory flow rates will be re-quired.
  c. Humidification will be inadequate due to the decreased body temperature.
  d. The minute volume will be increased due to the hypothermia.

Question 2

Which of the following is appropriate to provide humidity to a patient with cold air reactive air-ways?
 
  a. HME c. Heated humidifier
  b. Heated aerosol d. Systemic hydration


amynguyen1221

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

ANS: C
Prolonged and severe shifts in the isothermic saturation boundary can damage the airways and compromise the body's normal heat and moisture exchange mechanisms.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
A patient with cold air reactive airways would be best suited with a heated humidifier according to the algorithm for selecting the correct humidity and bland aerosol therapy.


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