Question

when a person has pneumonia, fluid accumulates in the alveoli. this fluid accumulation directly results in which of the following problems? hide all a limited production of antibodies b decreased ability to regulate body temperature c slower diffusion of glucose into the bloodstream d reduced gas exchange between the lungs and the blood

Explanation:

The alveoli in the lungs are responsible for gas exchange (oxygen into blood, carbon dioxide out). Fluid accumulation in alveoli (as in pneumonia) would interfere with this gas exchange process. Option A: Antibody production is by immune cells, not related to alveolar fluid. Option B: Body temperature regulation is via mechanisms like sweating/shivering, not alveoli. Option C: Glucose diffusion is related to digestion/absorption, not alveoli. Option D directly relates to the function of alveoli (gas exchange) being hindered by fluid.

Answer:

D. reduced gas exchange between the lungs and the blood