How does total obstruction of a major bronchus lead to atelectasis?
A) Decreased surfactant production impairs lung expansion.
B) The involved lung is compressed.
C) Air is absorbed from the alveoli distal to the obstruction.
D) Air continues to be inspired but is trapped distal to the obstruction.
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