Table 6.
Peak expiratory Re
| Gas mixture | Peak expiratory flow (L/min) | ReETT at peak expiratory flow |
|---|---|---|
| Medical air | 5.7 | 2439 |
| Heliox | 9.3 | 1415 |
| Nitrous oxide | 5.5 | 3292 |
| Argon | 5 | 2556 |
| Xenon | 3.1 | 3649 |
Note: ETT: Endotracheal tube; Re: Reynolds number.
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