A patient who was diagnosed with the flu is demonstrating rapid, shallow respirations. Which of the following is this patient most at risk for developing?

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Atelectasis is a condition in which the alveoli collapse, leading to a decrease in lung volume. Rapid, shallow respirations can lead to atelectasis because they do not allow the alveoli to fully expand and fill with air.

A Patient Who Was Diagnosed with the Flu Is Demonstrating