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Variables that suggest readiness for spontaneous breathing trials |
| Resolution of acute phase of disease |
| Intact airway reflexes |
| Cardiovascular stability (no need for continuous vasopressors) |
| Afebrile |
| PaO2/FiO2 ≥ 150 mmHg |
| PEEP ≥ 5 cmH2O |
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FiO2, fraction of inspired oxygen; PaO2, partial pressure of arterial oxygen; PEEP, positive end expiratory pressure. |
El-Khatib and Bou-Khalil Critical Care 2008 12:221 doi:10.1186/cc6959 |