Respiratory Function Deteriorates as a Result of Pneumonia Because Inflammation

Question

Respiratory function deteriorates as a result of pneumonia because inflammation
A) causes fluids to leak into the alveoli.
B) causes respiratory bronchioles to swell and dilate.
C) causes the lungs to leak air into the thorax.
D) reduces movement of the epiglottis.
E) reduces the size of the pleural cavity.

Accepted Answer

Inflammation caused by pneumonia leads to fluids leaking into the alveoli, which hinders the exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide, thereby deteriorating respiratory function.