Acute respiratory distress syndrome causes a protein-rich fluid to accumulate rapidly in the lungs. Predict the consequences of this syndrome if medical intervention does not occur.
A. Air would be unable to move through the conducting zone.
B. Tissues throughout the body would experience ischemia due to decreased oxygen delivery.
C. Air would accumulate in the intrapleural space, interfering with gas exchange.
D. All of the choices are correct.
Answer: B
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