What breathing pattern is associated with severe atelectasis?
a. Rapid and deep
b. Rapid and shallow
c. Slow and shallow
d. Slow and deep
ANS: B
A significant reduction in lung volume, such as that which occurs with atelectasis, usually results in rapid, shallow breathing.
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