When assessing for the signs and symptoms of acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS), the absence of which condition is considered characteristic?
A)Progressive respiratory distress
B)Bilateral infiltrates
C)Decreased pulmonary compliance
D)Heart failure

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ARDS is characterized by progressive respiratory distress, severe hypoxemia refractory to treatment with supplemental oxygen, decreased pulmonary compliance, bilateral infiltrates on chest x-ray imaging, and no evidence of heart failure.

When Assessing for the Signs and Symptoms of Acute Respiratory