General Humidification Algorithm

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4 HMEs used in 24 hrs due to secretions. Notify Licensed. Independent Practitioner. Use heated humidifier. Re-evaluate secretions. Thick or tenacious.
General Humidification Algorithm

Initial assessment

no

HME contraindicated*

yes

no

Use HME Change Q7 days

> 4 HMEs used in 24 hrs due to secretions

no

Use heated humidifier

Re-evaluate secretions

Thick or tenacious

yes

yes

Notify Licensed Independent Practitioner

Adjust settings

no

Humidifier settings and water level OK

yes Consider other factors like patient fluid balance

Notify Licensed Independent Practitioner

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