In comparing the pathologic changes to the lungs caused by freshwater versus saltwater, which of the following can be stated?
A) Saltwater causes more damage.
B) Freshwater causes more damage.
C) Both cause identical pathologic changes.
D) Cold water of either type causes more damage than warm water of either type.

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Both freshwater and saltwater cause similar pathologic changes in the lungs, primarily due to the aspiration of water leading to pulmonary edema and damage.

In Comparing the Pathologic Changes to the Lungs Caused by Freshwater