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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