Which of the following would indicate that administration of a bland water aerosol to a patient with postextubation upper airway edema was having the desired effect?
1) Decreased work of breathing
2) Improved vital signs
3) Decreased stridor or dyspnea
4) Improved O₂ saturation

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The desired effect of administering a bland water aerosol to a patient with postextubation upper airway edema includes decreased work of breathing, improved vital signs, decreased stridor or dyspnea, and improved oxygen saturation, as these are direct indicators of reduced airway edema and improved respiratory function.

Which of the Following Would Indicate That Administration of a Bland