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How do you correct post operative lung issues without using penicillin?
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No need: No need for penicillin , most common post op pulmonary problem is atelectasis treated with early ambulation, respiratory therapy , incentive spirometer antibiotics if pneumonia develops.
Answered 12/9/2013
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