Technician Sally has a surgical patient presenting with dyspnea. Which differential(s) should she rule out prior to anesthetizing this patient?

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When presented with a surgical patient with dyspnea, one should always rule out and address possible laryngeal paralysis, airway obstruction, and pneumothorax, as well as respiratory disease and pneumonia. Intubation should be facilitated rapidly with the assistance of a laryngoscope and possibly a stylet.

Technician Sally Has a Surgical Patient Presenting with Dyspnea