What physiological changes occur during an asthma attack?

a. The bronchioles become narrowed; mucus is overproduced.
b. The bronchioles become fluid-filled; mucus is overproduced.
c. The bronchioles become narrowed; pleural lubrication is decreased.
d. The bronchioles become fluid-filled; pleural lubrication is decreased.


a. The bronchioles become narrowed; mucus is overproduced.

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