When Using a Heat and Moisture Exchanger (HME) on a Ventilated

question 73

Multiple Choice

When using a heat and moisture exchanger (HME) on a ventilated patient, the external disconnect alarm should ideally be placed:

• A) proximal to the ventilator
• B) proximal to the HME
• C) between the HME and the airway
• D) at the ventilator's outlet

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