Which of the Following Explains Why a Patient May Experience

question 2

Multiple Choice

Which of the following explains why a patient may experience difficulty breathing during anaphylaxis?

• A) Swelling in the brain decreases the respiratory drive.
• B) Swelling of the airway tissues causes difficulty breathing.
• C) Allergens clump together and block blood flow through the lungs.
• D) Allergens bind to hemoglobin, preventing it from carrying oxygen.

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