Next to the Pulmonary Function Studies Listed, Match the Findings

question 25

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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Definitions:

Double Covalent

A type of chemical bond where two pairs of electrons are shared between two atoms.

Neutrons

Subatomic particles with no electric charge, found in the nucleus of an atom, contributing to the atomic mass and stability of the atom.

Protons

Positively charged subatomic particles found in the nucleus of an atom, contributing to the atom's mass and defining the element.

Electrons

Particles smaller than atoms with a negative charge, essential for conducting electricity in solid substances.