Which of the Following Data Suggest That a Child with a Spinal

question 16

Multiple Choice

Which of the following data suggest that a child with a spinal Cord injury is ready to be weaned from mechanical ventilation
I.Maximal inspiratory pressure of -3 to -5 cm H₂O
II.Tidal volume 3-5 mL/kg
III.SpO₂ greater than 95%
IV.Exhaled CO₂ 45-55 mm Hg
V.Hemodynamic instability

• A)I, III, and IV
• B)I, II, and III
• C)II, IV, and V
• D)I, II, III, IV, and V

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