Which of the following indicate that a patient being considered for extubation can provide adequate clearance of pulmonary secretions?
1) The patient has a maximum inspiratory pressure of 73 cm H₂O.
2) The patient is alert and cooperative.
3) The patient has a dead space-to-tidal volume ratio of 0.7.
4) The patient coughs rigorously on suctioning.

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The ability to clear pulmonary secretions effectively is indicated by a patient's alertness and cooperation (2), which suggests they can follow commands and participate in their care, and a vigorous cough on suctioning (4), demonstrating effective cough strength. Maximum inspiratory pressure (1) is related to the strength of respiratory muscles but does not directly indicate the ability to clear secretions.

Which of the Following Indicate That a Patient Being Considered