How Do Wick-Type Humidifiers Increase the Absolute Humidity of a Gas

question 18

Multiple Choice

How do Wick-type humidifiers increase the absolute humidity of a gas delivered to the patient?

• A) By increasing the temperature
• B) By increasing the surface area of contact between the water and the gas
• C) By incorporating an HME into the system
• D) a and b

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