When Utilizing a Brigg's Adaptor to Connect the Aerosol Unit

question 4

Multiple Choice

When utilizing a Brigg's adaptor to connect the aerosol unit to a tracheostomy tube,a 6 inch piece of wide-bore tubing should be attached to the adaptor opposite the aerosol tubing coming from the nebulizer.What is the purpose of this tubing?

• A) To maintain a constant FIO₂
• B) To collect expectorated secretions from the patient
• C) To act as a reservoir for the couplant
• D) To decrease the risk of contamination from aerosolized droplets

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