Solved

Edema,or Swelling,is a Potentially Serious Medical Issue Where a Significant

Question 12

Multiple Choice

Edema,or swelling,is a potentially serious medical issue where a significant increase in the amount of interstitial fluid surrounding cells and tissues occurs.If edema were to occur in the interstitial fluid surrounding the capillary beds of a human's lungs,what is the most likely outcome?


A) an increase in the amount of carbon dioxide moving from the blood to the lungs
B) an increase in the amount of oxygen moving from the lungs into the blood
C) a decrease in the amount of oxygen moving from the lungs into the blood
D) an increase of pressure that would cause the capillary beds to burst
E) a decrease in the amount of work needed for effective ventilation of the lungs

Correct Answer:

verifed

Verified

Unlock this answer now
Get Access to more Verified Answers free of charge

Related Questions

Unlock this Answer For Free Now!

View this answer and more for free by performing one of the following actions

qr-code

Scan the QR code to install the App and get 2 free unlocks

upload documents

Unlock quizzes for free by uploading documents