Which of the Following Statements Is False of Heat and Moisture

question 26

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is false of heat and moisture exchangers (HMEs) ?

• A) Moisture output falls at high volumes and rates of breathing.
• B) High inspiratory flows and high FiO₂ values can decrease HME efficiency.
• C) In-use HMEs have little effect on flow resistance to breathing.
• D) HMEs reduce bacterial colonization of ventilator circuits.

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