The purpose of humidifying oxygen is:

A. to avoid drying out the patient's mucous membranes and upper airway passages.
B. to lubricate the oxygen so it flows better through the cannula tubes.
C. to prevent damage to thin and fragile skin on the face of geriatric patients.
D. to increase the pressure in the oxygen cylinder.


Answer: A

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