Which of the following is least likely to indicate the need for noninvasive positive-pressure ventilation (NPPV) in the acute care setting?

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Jugular venous distention is a sign of right-sided heart failure and fluid overload, and while it may signal the need for treatment, it does not necessarily indicate a need for NPPV. The other options (paradoxical breathing, high respiratory rate, use of accessory muscles) are all signs of respiratory distress and can be indications for NPPV.

Which of the Following Is Least Likely to Indicate the Need