Which portion of the pulmonary system will be affected by the inhalation of low–water solubility gases such as hydrogen chloride and phosgene?
a. Distal airways and alveoli
b. Pulmonary vascular bed
c. Upper airway
d. Pulmonary lymphatic system
A
Low–water solubility gases will penetrate and damage the distal airways and alveoli.
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