Which of the following statements about adult respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) is FALSE?
A) PEEP is often required to adequately ventilate ARDS patients.
B) The mortality rate is 20 to 30 percent.
C) Pulmonary edema and disruption of the alveolar-capillary membrane contribute to respiratory failure in ARDS.
D) The causes of ARDS include pancreatitis, oxygen toxicity, sepsis, and tumor destruction.

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The mortality rate for ARDS is higher than 20 to 30 percent; it is generally reported to be around 40% or higher, depending on the severity and the patient population.

Which of the Following Statements About Adult Respiratory Distress Syndrome