The Basic Underlying Pathophysiology of Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome Results

question 18

Multiple Choice

The basic underlying pathophysiology of acute respiratory distress syndrome results from:

• A) a decrease in the number of white blood cells available.
• B) damage to the right mainstem bronchus.
• C) damage to the type II pneumocytes, which produce surfactant.
• D) decreased capillary permeability.

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