The Development of Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS) May Occur

Multiple Choice

The development of Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS) may occur when (Select all that apply)

A) TNF makes capillaries more permeable and increases plasma leaking out of blood vessels.
B) Lung tissues becomes inflamed as a result of fluid accumulation.
C) Accumulation of excess fluid in the lungs impedes intake of oxygen leading to ARDS
D) Large numbers of gram negative bacteria in the blood cause the release of large amounts of TNF that can damage capillaries causing Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation (DIC) .