The acute respiratory distress syndrome is characterized by
A
Refractory hypoxemia
B
Normal pulmonary capillary wedge pressure
C
Type 1 respiratory failure [Ref: Davidsonâs/24th/ P-498]
D
Increased pulmonary compliance
E
Normal chest skiagram
Correct Answer: Refractory hypoxemia, Normal pulmonary capillary wedge pressure, Type 1 respiratory failure [Ref: Davidsonâs/24th/ P-498]