Acute respiratory distress syndrome physical examination

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Physical Examination

Blood Pressure

Often the blood pressure is low.

Skin

Cyanosis (blue skin, lips, and nails caused by lack of oxygen to the tissues) is often seen.

Chest

Auscultation of the chest reveals abnormal breath sounds, such as crackles that suggest fluid in the lungs.