Which of the Following Is the Primary Cause of Atelectasis

question 20

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the primary cause of atelectasis in premature neonates?

• A) Pneumothorax
• B) Deficiency of surfactant
• C) Compression of the lungs from outside
• D) Resorption of air distal to bronchial obstruction
• E) Empyema

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Definitions:

Stapedectomy

A surgical procedure to remove part or all of the stapes bone in the middle ear, usually to treat hearing loss caused by otosclerosis.

Stapes

The smallest bone in the human body, located in the middle ear, playing a key role in the transmission of sound vibrations.

Prosthesis

An artificial device used to replace a missing body part, such as a limb, tooth, eye, or heart valve.

Hearing Loss

A partial or total inability to hear sounds in one or both ears.