All of the following patients are intubated and receiving mechanical ventilation.Which of them is most likely to require slow liberation from mechanical ventilation?

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A large percentage of patients who need temporary mechanical ventilation do not require a gradual withdrawal process.Such patients include those receiving postoperative ventilatory support for recovery from anesthesia,treatment of uncomplicated drug overdose,and exacerbation of asthma.The patient with chest contusions from an accident has a higher risk of developing problems that will require a more gradual weaning process.

All of the Following Patients Are Intubated and Receiving Mechanical