It is appropriate to suggest which of the following to provide humidification for an intubated pa-tient with a cuffed endotracheal tube, no secretions, and a tidal volume of 500 mL?
a. A heat and moisture exchanger c. Heated aerosol with humidifier
b. Heated aerosol or humidifier d. Systemic hydration
ANS: A
If there are no secretions, an HME would be suitable. Use the algorithm for selecting the cor-rect humidity and bland aerosol therapy located in the text.
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