Acute respiratory distress syndrome

Acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) is a severe, often fatal, lung condition frequently seen in patients in the ICU. ARDS is triggred by an inciting event such as pneumania or sepsis, which is followed by an inappropriate host inflammatory response that results in pulmonary edema and impaired gas exchange, and may progress to fibrosis. With the increased spotlight and discussion focused on ARDS during the COVID-19 pandemic, healthcare providers must be able to identify and manage symptoms based on evidence-based research.

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Acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) is a severe lung condition commonly seen in ICU patients, often leading to death. It is triggered by inflammatory responses caused by events such as pneumonia or sepsis, resulting in pulmonary edema and impaired gas exchange. With the increasing focus and discussion on ARDS during the COVID-19 pandemic, healthcare providers must be able to identify and manage symptoms based on evidence-based research.