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Soda lime is a chemical absorbent commonly used in anesthesia machines to remove carbon dioxide (CO2) from exhaled air. It is made up of a mixture of calcium hydroxide, sodium hydroxide, and water, which react with CO2 to form calcium carbonate, sodium carbonate, and water. The reaction between CO2 and soda lime produces heat, water, and a color change in the soda lime granules. The color change in the soda lime absorber is a visual indication of how much CO2 has been absorbed. When the soda lime is fresh and has not yet been used, it is a white color. As CO2 is absorbed by the soda lime, the color changes to purple. The amount of time it takes for the color change to occur depends on the concentration of CO2 being produced by the patient and the flow rate of gas passing through the absorber. It is important to monitor the color change in the soda lime absorber to ensure that it is functioning properly. If the color changes too quickly or not at all, it could indicate that the soda lime needs to be replaced. The anesthetist should also monitor the CO2 concentration in the patient's exhaled air to ensure that it remains within the appropriate range. #anesthesiatiktok #anesthesia

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