Question

Which of the following statements is(are) TRUE of pulmonary edema? I. Pulmonary edema may reduce lung compliance II. Pulmonary edema occurs when interstitial fluid accumulates in tissues of the lung III. Pulmonary edema may increase the rate of oxygen loading IV. A person with severe pulmonary edema is likely to have lower-than-normal oxygen saturation

Answer 1

Answer:

II. Pulmonary edema occurs when interstitial fluid accumulates in tissues of the lung

Explanation:

Pulmonary edema is a condition that occurs when excess  of fluid filled in the numerous air sacs in the lungs, making it difficult to breathe.

Symptoms of pulmonary edema include wheezing, extreme shortness of breath, Cold, clammy skin, feeling of suffocating or drowning , Anxiety,  and restlessness or a sense of apprehension.

Treatment for pulmonary edema depends on the cause and generally include supplemental oxygen and medications.

Hence, the correct option is II. Pulmonary edema occurs when interstitial fluid accumulates in tissues of the lung.

Answer 2

Answer:II. Pulmonary edema occurs when interstitial fluid accumulates in tissues of the lung

IV. A person with severe pulmonary edema is likely to have lower-than-normal oxygen saturation

Explanation:

Pulmonary edema occurs when fluid enters into the lungs and accumulate. It a situation that occur when air do not enter into the alveoli( air sac) but fluid enters an accumulate in the air sac leading to shortage of oxygen in the blood stream.

Symptoms ranges from,

Gapsing for breath

Cold and clammy skin

Difficulty in breathing with sweat

Confusion

Pulmonary edema when in severe case lead to supplemental oxygen.