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Post-Operative Atelectasis and Predisposing Factors

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Which of the following is NOT a predisposing factor for post-operative atelectasis?

Preoperative URTI

Increased cough reflex (correct)

Inhalation of foreign body or vomitus

Prolonged bed rest

What is the pathology behind lobular collapse in atelectasis?

Scattered distal airway collapse throughout the lung (correct)

Deflation of air in alveoli due to inflammation

Obstruction of the bronchus by mucous plug

Bronchopneumonia causing lung collapse

Which symptom is typical in severe cases of post-operative atelectasis?

Chest pain (correct)

Sudden fever

Dyspnea

Productive cough with blood-tinged sputum

How do minor lobular cases of post-operative atelectasis typically present?

Normal breathing sounds on auscultation Signup and view all the answers

What is a recommended prophylactic measure for avoiding post-operative atelectasis?

Cessation of smoking preoperatively Signup and view all the answers

What is the initial treatment approach to expel the obstructing plug in atelectasis?

Nasopharyngeal catheter insertion Signup and view all the answers

What is the most common precursor of postoperative chest complications related to atelectasis?

Lung abscess Signup and view all the answers

What are the common clinical features of postoperative atelectasis?

Dyspnea and cyanosis usually present Signup and view all the answers

What is the main pathology behind massive collapse of the whole lung in atelectasis?

Obstruction of bronchus by plug of mucus leading to deflation of air Signup and view all the answers

What is a recommended investigative tool for diagnosing postoperative atelectasis?

Chest X-ray (CXR) Signup and view all the answers