4. Identify the pathophysiologic stages of pneumococcal pneumonia (IN ORDER OF DEVELOPMENT) a. Massive dilation of capillaries...

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4. Identify the pathophysiologic stages of pneumococcalpneumonia (IN ORDER OF DEVELOPMENT) a. Massive dilation ofcapillaries with alveolar filling with organisms, neutrophils, andfibrin b. Exudate becomes lysed and processed by macrophages, andnormal lung tissue is restoring c. Outpouring of fluid into alveolithat supports microorganism growth and spread d. Blood flowdecreases, and leukocytes and fibrin consolidate in affected lungtissue.

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b RESOLUTION Exudate becomes lysed and processed by macrophages and normal lung tissue is restoring Explanation Alveolar macrophage is the predominant immune cell which responds to lower airway bacteria However a stronger    See Answer
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