Swelling from edema within the airway structures is the MOST common cause of:
A) increased compliance.
B) decreased blood pressure.
C) increased pulse oximeter readings.
D) decreased external respiration.
Answer: D
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A. consist B. box C. track D. stick
In a hemiblock
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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)