Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS) Is Best Described as A(n)

Acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) is best described as a(n) :

A) obstructive airway disease characterized by reversible airflow obstruction, bronchial hyperreactivity, and inflammation.
B) pulmonary disease characterized by severe hypoxemia, decreased pulmonary compliance, and diffuse densities on chest x-ray.
C) respiratory disorder involving an abnormal expression of a protein producing viscous mucus that lines the airways, pancreas, sweat ducts, and vas deferens.
D) pulmonary disorder characterized by atelectasis and increased pulmonary resistance as a result of a surfactant deficiency.