Examples of the types of surgical procedures that often result in atelectasis include all of the following EXCEPT:
a. open heart surgery.
b. craniotomy.
c. gallbladder removal.
d. splenectomy.
B
A craniotomy or other head surgery does not increase the risk for atelectasis. Thoracic surgery (e.g., open heart surgery) and upper abdominal surgery (e.g., gallbladder removal or splenectomy) increase the risk for atelectasis.
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