Persistent breathing at small tidal volumes typically results in which of the following?

a. Reabsorption atelectasis
b. Spontaneous pneumothorax
c. Compression atelectasis
d. Respiratory alkalosis

ANS: C
Compression atelectasis is primarily caused by persistent use of small tidal volumes by the pa-tient.

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