Which of the Following Statements Is True Concerning a Heat

question 26

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true concerning a heat and moisture exchanger (HME) humidifier?

• A) The patient should be carefully monitored for increases in airway resistance and increased work of breathing.
• B) It absorbs water vapor from the inhaled gas and delivers it to the patient.
• C) The relative humidity of these devices is 100% at temperatures of 30 to 31°C.
• D) They are indicated for patients that have a minute volume of greater than 15 LPM

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