In Comparing the Pathologic Changes to the Lungs Caused by Freshwater

question 9

Multiple Choice

In comparing the pathologic changes to the lungs caused by freshwater versus saltwater, which of the following can be stated?

• A) Saltwater causes more damage.
• B) Freshwater causes more damage.
• C) Both cause identical pathologic changes.
• D) Cold water of either type causes more damage than warm water of either type.

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