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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