Which of the Following Mechanisms Explains the Accumulation of Fluid

question 14

Multiple Choice

Which of the following mechanisms explains the accumulation of fluid in the pleural space of patients with ARDS?

• A) Increased capillary permeability
• B) Decreased osmotic pressure
• C) Increased hydrostatic pressure
• D) Obstructed lymphatic drainage

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