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A patient diagnosed with acute pancreatitis is demonstrating signs of respiratory distress. What physiologic rationale would the nurse explain for this change in respiratory assessment?
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1. Pancreatic enzymes can destroy a component of surfactant.
2. Increase in the size of the abdomen may cause atelectasis.
3. Increased intracranial pressure from pancreatic damage reduces neurological control of respiratory rate and depth.
4. Inflammation of the diaphragm may result in pleural effusion.
5. Lung damage may occur from factors released systemically.

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