Next to the Pulmonary Function Studies Listed, Match the Findings

question 31

Multiple Choice

Next to the pulmonary function studies listed, match the findings listed below that typically develop in patients who have postoperative atlectasis. Items may be used once, more than once, or not at all.
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• A)Normal
• B)Decreases
• C)Increases
• D)Normal or decreased
• E)Normal or increased

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