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tfester

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What are complications associated with a near drowning in unclean, swampy water?
 
  1. Pneumonia
  2. Acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS)
  3. Pulmonary fibrosis
  4. Pulmonary hypertension
  a. 1
  b. 3, 4
  c. 1, 2
  d. 1, 2, 3

Question 2

A patient has meconium aspiration syndrome (MAS) and a chemical pneumonitis as a result. What effect(s) can this have?
 
  1. Decreased surfactant production
  2. Increased bacterial growth
  3. Edema of bronchial mucosa
  4. Excessive bronchial secretions
  a. 3
  b. 3, 4
  c. 1, 2, 4
  d. 1, 2, 3, 4


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Andromeda18

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Reply #1 on: Jul 16, 2018
Answer to Question 1

C
Because of bacteria and debris inhaled with unclean, swampy water, the victim is at risk for pneumonia or ARDS.

Answer to Question 2

D
A chemical pneumonitis caused by MAS can result in all of the listed options.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 16, 2018
Wow, this really help

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Gracias!

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