Which of the following is NOT an indication for noninvasive positive-pressure ventilation (NPPV)in acute respiratory failure?

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Chronic hypoxemic respiratory failure is NOT an indication for NPPV.Indications for NPPV in acute respiratory failure include an acute exacerbation of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease,acute hypoxemic respiratory failure,acute cardiogenic pulmonary edema,weaning from ventilatory support,community-acquired pneumonia,postoperative respiratory failure,severe acute asthma,or do not resuscitate/do not intubate orders.

Which of the Following Is NOT an Indication for Noninvasive