A patient has a tumor blocking the left mainstem bronchus. What additional factor would favor the development of atelectasis?
A) Breathing a nitric oxide mix (iNO)
B) Breathing a helium/oxygen mix (heliox)
C) Breathing a high percentage of oxygen
D) Breathing a low percentage of oxygen
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