35. A patient with severe pneumonia develops significant hypoxemia and increased work of breathing. What is the technical primary pathophysiological mechanism leading to hypoxemia in pneumonia?
A.
Bronchoconstriction.
B.
Alveolar consolidation with pus and exudate, impairing gas exchange.
✓
C.
Pulmonary embolism.
D.
Reduced cardiac output.
📖 Additional Information
Bronchoconstriction.
Alveolar consolidation with pus and exudate, impairing gas exchange.
