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10 February, 18:41

Atelectasis is a collapsed lung. Explain how a pneumothorax might result in a collapsed lung and what should be done to restore the negative pressure of the pleural cavity.

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  1. 10 February, 18:44
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    Atelectasis is when one or more lobes (sections) of the lung collapse because of a blockage or pressure inside or outside the bronchial tubes in the lungs.
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