Before administering a helium-O 2 mixture to a patient with large airway obstruction, what should you do?

In addition to special flow considerations, the respiratory therapist should use an O 2 analyzer to continuously monitor heliox (actually O 2 ) concentrations between the source of the mixture and the patient.

Before administering a helium-O 2 mixture to a patient with large airway obstruction, what should you do?

In addition to special flow considerations, the respiratory therapist should use an O 2 analyzer to continuously monitor heliox (actually O 2 ) concentrations between the source of the mixture and the patient.

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Before Administering a Helium-O₂ Mixture to a Patient with Large

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Before administering a helium-O₂ mixture to a patient with large airway obstruction, what should you do?

A) Analyze the helium concentration of the mixture.
B) Heat the cylinder to ensure complete mixing of contents.
C) Analyze the O₂ concentration of the mixture.
D) Roll the cylinder to ensure complete mixing of contents.

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