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colton

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Which of the following is an inflammatory (indirect) cause of acute respiratory distress syndrome?
 a. pneumonia
 b. pulmonary edema
  c. fat embolism
 d. sepsis
 e. inhalation injury

Question 2

In HIV infection and AIDS, which of the following does NOT contribute to the wasting syndrome?
 a. Increased viral load
  b. Increased protein turnover rate
  c. Malabsorption
  d. Continuous inflammatory response



Jane

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Answer to Question 1

d

Answer to Question 2

a



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