Which of the following four adult patients receiving ventilatory support is the best candidate for weaning?
VC VE MVV MIF VD/VT
a. 12 8 22 –22 0.58
b. 8 8 22 –15 0.40
c. 20 12 18 –22 0.60
d. 12 12 18 –10 0.40
ANS: A
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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word