A Patient Has Been Supported by a Mechanical Ventilator Using

question 16

Multiple Choice

A patient has been supported by a mechanical ventilator using a heat and moisture exchanger for the last 3 days. Suctioning reveals an increase in the amount and tenacity of secretions. Which of the following actions is indicated?

• A) Increase the hygroscopic condenser humidifier temperature.
• B) Reassess the patient's secretions over the next 24 to 48 hr.
• C) Replace the hygroscopic condenser humidifier with a new one.
• D) Switch the patient to a large-volume heated humidifier.

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