Which of the following conditions may cause an infarct in the lungs?
a. pulmonary fibrosis
b. pulmonary emboli
c. pulmonary edema
d. pneumonia
b
Explanation:
a. pulmonary fibrosis: does not cause an infarct in the lungs
b. pulmonary emboli: correct
c. pulmonary edema: does not cause an infarct in the lungs
d. pneumonia: does not cause an infarct in the lungs
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