When Assessing for the Signs and Symptoms of Acute Respiratory

question 21

Multiple Choice

When assessing for the signs and symptoms of acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) , the absence of which condition is considered characteristic?

• A)Progressive respiratory distress
• B)Bilateral infiltrates
• C)Decreased pulmonary compliance
• D)Heart failure

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