Which statement by the patient indicates an understanding of atelectasis?
a. "It is important to do breathing exercises every hour to prevent atelectasis."
b. "If I develop atelectasis, I will need a chest tube to drain excess fluid."
c. "Atelectasis affects only those with chronic conditions such as emphysema."
d. "Hyperventilation will open up my alveoli, preventing atelectasis."
ANS: A
Atelectasis develops when alveoli do not expand. Breathing exercises increase lung volume and open the airways. Deep breathing opens the pores of Kohn between the alveoli to allow sharing of oxygen between alveoli. This prevents atelectasis from developing.
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