After increasing the inspiratory flow of the ventilator to decrease the generation of NO₂ the therapist notices many changes in the ventilator parameters.The therapist adds the NO into the inspiratory limb of the ventilator circuit close to the patient.What will be a limitation of the procedure?

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Adding NO into the inspiratory limb of the ventilator circuit close to the patient will reduce contact time,but it also creates monitoring difficulties.The practitioner must allow an adequate distance for proper mixing to ensure accurate NO measurement.

After Increasing the Inspiratory Flow of the Ventilator to Decrease