Which of the Following Groups of Patients Is Not at Risk

question 32

Multiple Choice

Which of the following groups of patients is not at risk for developing postoperative atelectasis?

• A)those with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
• B)those with a significant history of cigarette smoking
• C)those with impaired mucociliary clearance
• D)those with pneumonia

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