What is the pathophysiologic mechanism behind pulmonary edema?
A) Increased blood pressure in the blood vessels of the lungs forces fluid into the air sacs; this prevents the absorption of oxygen
B) Increased blood flow in the blood vessels of the lungs; this prevents gaseous exchange
C) Decreased blood flow in the blood vessels of the lungs; this prevents gaseous exchange
D) Decreased blood flow in the blood vessels of the lungs; this prevents air entry
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