Acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) is a severe lung condition in which fluid builds up in alveoli in the lungs. It is most often seen in individuals who are critically ill or who have significant injuries. Patients with severe illness related to COVID-19 may quickly progress to ARDS.
Are you familiar with key aspects of ARDS, including best practices for management? Test your knowledge with this short quiz.
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Cite this: Zab Mosenifar. Fast Five Quiz: Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS) - Medscape - Apr 10, 2020.