Which of the following is (are) precipitating factor(s) that can decrease the patient's ability to generate a negative intrapleural pressure?
1) Supine position
2) Large tidal volume on the mechanical ventilator
3) Malnutrition
4) Obesity
A) 4
B) 1, 3, 4
C) 1, 2, 3
D) 1, 2, 3, 4
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