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A patient with asthma experiences an acute exacerbation. The primary pathophysiological changes in the airways during an asthma attack include:

A. Bronchial smooth muscle relaxation and decreased mucus production.
B. Bronchospasm, airway inflammation, and increased mucus production.
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C. Destruction of alveolar walls.
D. Fluid accumulation in the pleural space.

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  • Bronchial smooth muscle relaxation and decreased mucus production.
  • Bronchospasm, airway inflammation, and increased mucus production.
  • Destruction of alveolar walls.
  • Fluid accumulation in the pleural space.

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