Which of the following best describes pulmonary edema?
Obstruction of the pulmonary arteries by a clot
Accumulation of fluid in the alveoli and interstitial spaces of the lungs
Presence of air in the pleural space
Inflammation of the bronchi and bronchioles
Pulmonary edema is characterized by the accumulation of fluid in the alveoli and interstitial spaces of the lungs, leading to impaired gas exchange and potentially severe respiratory distress. It is often caused by heart failure, where increased pressure in the pulmonary capillaries drives fluid into the lung tissues.
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