Which of the Following Best Describes How the Flu Virus

question 24

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best describes how the flu virus may impact the respiratory system?

• A) The immune system prompts a decrease in blood flow, which results in the lungs becoming dry. A hacking cough can be produced.
• B) The proteins produced by the virus interfere with the ability of epithelial cells to move materials in and out of lung tissue, resulting in fluid buildup in the lungs.
• C) Epithelial cells see an increase in function as they try to adapt to the viral load of surrounding cells.
• D) All of the answer choices are correct.

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Definitions:

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