According to the AARC Clinical Practice Guidelines,which of the Following

question 22

Multiple Choice

According to the AARC Clinical Practice Guidelines,which of the following identifies success or tolerance in the spontaneous breathing trial?

• A) PaO₂ less than 50 mmHg
• B) Increase in PaCO₂ of less than 10 mmHg
• C) pH less than 7.32
• D) Systolic blood pressure greater than 200 mmHg

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