What are some factors that indicate a patient's readiness for extubation?

1. Adequate oxygenation or ventilation with spontaneous breathing
2. Minimal risk for upper airway obstruction
3. Adequate airway protection or minimal aspiration risk
4. Adequate clearance of pulmonary secretions
a. 2 and 4 only
b. 1, 2, and 3 only
c. 3 and 4 only
d. 1, 2, 3, and 4


ANS: D

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