Which of the following surgical incisions is associated with the highest risk of postoperative pulmonary complications ?
AMedian sternotomy
BHorizontal laparotomy
CVertical laparotomy
DLateral thoracotomy
Trendelenburg position produces decrease in all of the following except –
ACompliance
BFunctional residual capacity
CRespiratory rate
DVital capacity
Which of the following is the LEAST significant risk factor for postoperative pulmonary complications?
AAge >70
BPatient with 7 pack years of smoking
CUpper abdominal surgery
DBMI>30
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