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Research the term fistula. Give a definition, a list of types of fistulas, examples of where they can occur, and reasons for fistula formation

Translate the following into layman's terms: "Fistulas may cause pneumaturia, feculent vaginal discharge, or a cutaneous or myofascial infection in the abdomen or groin."

Which of the following strategies are useful in the management of shunt? 1. Positive end expiratory pressure 2. Permissive hypercapnia 3. Control of membrane permeability

a. 2 and 3 only b. 1 and 3 only c. 1, 2, and 3 d. 1 only