What Does the Pathophysiology Student Learn About the Respiratory Process

question 4

Multiple Choice

What does the pathophysiology student learn about the respiratory process referred to as remodeling? (Select all that apply.)

• A)Remodeling involves the vascular walls.
• B)Scarring and thickening occurs during this process.
• C)Remodeling results in a permanent change.
• D)Pulmonary artery hypotension results.
• E)Remodeling increases blood flow resistance.

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