What is a benefit of using a humidification system when administering oxygen?

A) Humidification reduces the chances of respiratory infection
B) Oxygen therapy is less drying to the upper respiratory tract
C) Increased diffusion of oxygen occurs across the respiratory membrane
D) A higher flow rate can be used with a nasal cannula when humidification is added


B) Oxygen therapy is less drying to the upper respiratory tract

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a. Ball and socket b. Hinge c. Gliding d. Post

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inferior nasal conchae. nasal bone. vomer. lacrimal bone.

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HIPAA has very specific guidelines for electronic transmission of the clients’ _____.

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