Excessive Inflammation in the Lungs Is Potentially Deadly Because _________

question 61

Multiple Choice

Excessive inflammation in the lungs is potentially deadly because _________.

• A) it can cause the buildup of fluid and dead cells in the air spaces of the lungs,preventing gas exchange from taking place
• B) the buildup of white blood cells shuts down blood supply to the lungs;oxygen can't enter the blood and tissues
• C) dilated blood vessels collapse and can't carry oxygen to body tissues
• D) All of the answers are correct.
• E) None of the answers are correct.

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