Which of the Following Factors Increases the Risk of Postoperative

question 4

Multiple Choice

Which of the following factors increases the risk of postoperative atelectasis by reducing the patient's inspiratory capacity?

• A)Patient is over 55 years of age
• B)Marked obesity
• C)Men below 68 inches in height
• D)History of diabetes

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