Which of the following is the least commonly found type of postoperative atelectasis?
a. Primary lobule
b. Lung segment
c. Lung lobe
d. Entire lung
D
Atelectasis of an entire lung rarely occurs. Atelectasis of the primary lobule (alveoli) is the most common type of atelectasis. Lung segment atelectasis is a fairly common occurrence. Lung lobe atelectasis is a less common occurrence.
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