Effect of prolonged oxygen therapy is -: (A) a) Endothelial damage, (B) Increased pulmonary compliance, (C) Atelectasis, (D) Decreased vital capacity
Answer is C. More severe problems can include: Lung damage.(Atelectasis) Fluid buildup or bursting (rupture) of the middle ear. Sinus damage. Changes in vision, causing nearsightedness, or myopia. Oxygen poisoning, which can cause lung failure, fluid in the lungs, or seizures Ref Davidson 23rd edition pg 545