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The ________ fissure separates the lobes of the left lung.
Tracheostomy
A surgical procedure to create an opening through the neck into the trachea to provide an airway.
Impaired Gas Exchange
A condition where there is a problem with the transfer of oxygen and carbon dioxide through the respiratory membrane.
Airway Clearance
Techniques and therapies designed to remove mucus and secretions from the airways to improve breathing function.
Infection
The invasion and multiplication of microorganisms such as bacteria, viruses, and fungi that are not normally present within the body, leading to illness or disease.
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