Next to the Pulmonary Function Studies Listed, Match the Findings

question 28

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.
-FEF _25%-75%

• A)Normal
• B)Decreases
• C)Increases
• D)Normal or decreased
• E)Normal or increased

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Definitions:

Rectus Femoris

A muscle in the quadriceps group that extends the leg at the knee and assists in hip flexion.

Antagonist

A substance that interferes with or inhibits the physiological action of another, often referring to muscles or drugs.

Biceps Femoris

A muscle of the posterior thigh compartment, important in knee flexion and thigh extension, part of the hamstrings group.

Linea Alba

A fibrous structure that runs down the midline of the abdomen, forming the seam of the abdominal muscles, and serves as an important site for muscle attachment.