If Intubated and Mechanically Ventilated Patients Are Given Shallow Tidal

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Multiple Choice

If intubated and mechanically ventilated patients are given shallow tidal volumes without sighs, which of the following is most likely to occur?

• A) Coughing
• B) Atelectasis
• C) Respiratory arrest
• D) Increase in secretion production

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