A 75-kg (165-1b) patient is receiving VC, SIMV with a mandatory rate of 8. The following data are collected during a bedside assessment:
Spontaneous V_T 300 mL
Minute ventilation 12 L/min
Vital capacity 600 mL
MIP -16 cm H₂0
SpO2 96%
Which of the following should a respiratory therapist recommend?
A. Begin weaning by T-piece.
B. Postpone a weaning trial.
C. Change to APRV.
D. Extubate the patient.