When using water traps to help minimize the problems caused by condensation in a heat-ed-humidifier ventilator circuit, where would you place the traps?
a. In the expiratory limb only, at a high point in the circuit.
b. In both the expiratory and inspiratory limbs, at high points in the circuit.
c. In the expiratory limb only, at a low point in the circuit.
d. In both the expiratory and inspiratory limbs, at low points in the circuit.
ANS: D
One common method is to place water traps at low points in the circuit (both the inspiratory and expiratory limbs of ventilator circuits).
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