A nurse is advising a client about adult respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS). Which statement shows best that the nurse properly understands the disorder?

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ARDS typically occurs in response to a severe underlying illness or injury and results in widespread inflammation that can lead to multiple organ failure and critical illness. Option A is correct in stating the timeline for development of the disorder, but alone is not the best representation of understanding ARDS. Option B is incorrect as ARDS does not necessarily lead to acute pancreatitis or aspiration. Option D is also incorrect as ARDS is not a genetic disorder, but rather an acute lung injury response.

A Nurse Is Advising a Client About Adult Respiratory Distress