Which of the following conditions is usually progressive and irreversible?
a. adult respiratory distress syndrome
b. hyaline membrane disease
c. chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
d. severe acute respiratory syndrome
c
Explanation:
a. adult respiratory distress syndrome: is not progressive and irreversible
b. hyaline membrane disease: is not progressive and irreversible
c. chronic obstructive pulmonary disease: correct
d. severe acute respiratory syndrome: is not progressive and irreversible
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