Which Assessment Finding Indicates That a Patient Is Ready to Be

question 9

Multiple Choice

Which assessment finding indicates that a patient is ready to be weaned off of mechanical ventilation? Select all that apply.

• A) Unstable hemodynamics
• B) Rapid shallow breathing index of 40
• C) A spontaneous tidal volume of 600 cc
• D) An SaO₂ of 95%
• E) A respiratory rate of 18 on CPAP

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