If a Patient Fails an SBT Which of the Following

question 10

Multiple Choice

If a patient fails an SBT which of the following is the correct action to take?

• A) Reintubate the patient and place on mechanical ventilation
• B) Reattempt SBT in 8 hours
• C) Reattempt SBT every 24 hours
• D) Do not use SBT as a weaning method try another method.

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