Which of the Following Is Not a Cause of Acute

question 5

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not a cause of acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) ?

• A) Insult to the lung and injury of the alveolar-capillary membrane
• B) Inhaled toxins
• C) Shock
• D) Overwhelming pneumonia

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Definitions:

Cognitive Dissonance

The psychological distress felt when an individual has two or more opposing beliefs, ideas, or values at the same moment.

Attribution Theory

The theory that we explain someone’s behavior by crediting either the situation or the person’s disposition.

Social Behavior

Refers to how individuals interact with each other within a society, encompassing both cooperative and competitive actions.

Self-Awareness

The conscious knowledge of one’s own character, feelings, motives, and desires.