The development of Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS) may occur when (Select all that apply)

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A) TNF (Tumor Necrosis Factor) increases capillary permeability, contributing to fluid leakage and lung tissue inflammation, a key process in ARDS development.B) Inflammation and fluid accumulation in lung tissues are central to the pathophysiology of ARDS, leading to impaired gas exchange.C) Excess fluid in the lungs hinders oxygen intake, a hallmark of ARDS, as it prevents efficient gas exchange.

The Development of Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS) May Occur