Which Statement Best Describes the Lung Allocation Score (LAS)used to Prioritize

question 30

Multiple Choice

Which statement best describes the lung allocation score (LAS) used to prioritize lung transplant recipients?

• A) The LAS estimates the probability of survival and benefits from transplantation.
• B) Lungs from children and adolescents are offered to adults first.
• C) The LAS is limited to candidates under the age of 65 years.
• D) The score was developed to estimate 5-year survival rates.

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