ARDS: Definition and Risk Factors
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What are the three hallmark features of ARDS?

  • Unilateral infiltrates on chest X-ray
  • Signs and symptoms of heart failure
  • Decreased oxygen delivery
  • Bilateral patchy infiltrates on chest X-ray (correct)

    • How are the tissues lining the alveoli and the pulmonary capillaries injured in ARDS?

  • Drug overdose
  • Inhalation of toxic fumes or smoke (correct)
  • Severe bleeding requiring blood transfusions
  • Inflamed Pancreas

    • Which of the following is a direct lung injury risk factor for Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS)?

  • Sepsis
  • Severe pneumonia (correct)
  • Inflamed Pancreas
  • Drug overdose

    • Which of the following is an indirect lung injury risk factor for ARDS?

    <p>Inflamed Pancreas</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic of the pathological changes in ARDS?

    <p>Injured tissues lining the alveoli and pulmonary capillaries</p> Signup and view all the answers

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