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One might expect John to look fit in shape because he is an avid runner and enjoys running marathons. However, due to being in the MICU for 5 days I would expect the patient to look thin and frail to where muscle has atrophied because of ICU muscle acquired weakness. Mr. Jones might also look pale or present with a bluish tent because he is still hypoxemia and enough oxygenated blood is not getting to the rest of his body. I would also expect for there to be several lines and tubes coming from the patient in order to monitor his heart rate and breathing. Since the patient is intubated I would expect to see a tube coming from his mouth to help keep his airway open and remove any mucous from his lungs. I would also expect to see a mask over

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