Which factors contribute to postoperative atelectasis?
1) Decreased secretions in the airways
2) Drug-related respiratory depression
3) Abdominal distention and pain
4) Excessive deep-breathing and coughing
A)1, 2
B)2, 3
C)3, 4
D)1, 4

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Drug-related respiratory depression can reduce the drive to breathe, leading to shallow breathing and atelectasis. Abdominal distention and pain can limit diaphragmatic movement and effective lung expansion, contributing to atelectasis.

Which Factors Contribute to Postoperative Atelectasis