Which of the Following Situations Would Be a Contraindication for Heat-Moisture

question 10

Multiple Choice

Which of the following situations would be a contraindication for Heat-Moisture Exchanger (HME) use to provide humidification to a mechanically ventilated patient?

• A) Body temperature of 34°C
• B) Inspired Vt 600ml, expired Vt 400 ml
• C) Spontaneous minute volume of 8 LPM
• D) a and b

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