Which of the following is TRUE about aspiration pneumonia?
A) It is caused by a virus.
B) It is caused by pulmonary edema.
C) It is caused by inhaling vomit.
D) It is caused by Pneumocystis jiroveci.
C
Explanation: A) Aspiration pneumonia is not caused by a virus.
B) Aspiration pneumonia is not caused by pulmonary edema.
C) Correct!
D) Aspiration pneumonia is not caused by Pneumocystis jiroveci.
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