Which of the Following Is Recommended When Administering Aerosols to Mechanically

question 19

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is recommended when administering aerosols to mechanically ventilated patients with a small-volume nebulizer?

• A) Make sure the flow-by is turned on during administration.
• B) Keep the HME in-line during the aerosol treatment.
• C) Use the ventilator nebulizer system when appropriate.
• D) Bypass the humidifier during the aerosol treatment.

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