Pulmonary embolism is a problem of:
A) interstitial edema.
B) ventilation of lungs.
C) thickness of the respiratory membrane.
D) perfusion of the lungs.

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Pulmonary embolism is a condition where blood clots or other materials travel to the lungs and block blood flow. This affects the perfusion of the lungs, which is the process of blood flow through the pulmonary arteries and capillaries for gas exchange. Pulmonary embolism does not directly affect interstitial edema, ventilation of lungs, or thickness of the respiratory membrane.

Pulmonary Embolism Is a Problem Of