In drowning victims, positive end-expiratory pressure is used to:
A) prevent atelectasis and force fluid from the alveoli.
B) increase the rate and depth of the victim's breathing.
C) force fluid from the interstitium back into the alveoli.
D) increase cardiac contractility and improve stroke volume.
Answer: A) prevent atelectasis and force fluid from the alveoli.
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What will be an ideal response?
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A) polar B) subpolar C) temperate D) subtropical E) tropical