Which of the following patients should be placed on short-term mechanical ventilation because of the high risk for postoperative atelectasis?
A) Appendectomy
B) Tracheostomy
C) Bronchoscopy for tumor biopsy
D) Cardiac surgery

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Cardiac surgery patients are at high risk for postoperative atelectasis due to the nature of the surgery, which often involves opening the chest cavity, leading to a higher likelihood of respiratory complications. Mechanical ventilation can help support the patient's breathing and prevent atelectasis.

Which of the Following Patients Should Be Placed on Short-Term