What is the MOST common source of chemical pneumonia?
a. aspiration of gastric contents c. exposure to an in-fected individual
b. bacterial exposure d. inhalation of irritating substances
A
Pneumonia, which is inflammation of the bronchioles and alveoli accompanied by consolidation of exudate in the lungs, is caused by various infectious agents such as bacteria, viruses, mycoplasms, or fungi; by chemical exposure (such as aspiration of gastric contents); by parasites; and by aspiration, oversedation, or inadequate ventilation.
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