Which of the following factors are predictors of success of NPPV? I. intact neurologic function II. APACHE II score greater than 30 III. pH of 7.25 or less IV. intact dentition
A. I, IV only
B. II, III only
C. I, II, III only
D. II, III, IV only
Question 2
Based on clinical data, which of the following therapeutic interventions would be most beneficial for COPD patients who develop respiratory failure after extubation?
A. NPPV
B. spontaneous breathing trial
C. O2 therapy with a non-rebreather mask
D. reintubation and invasive positive-pressure ventilation