What scenario does a PaO₂/FiO₂ ratio of 120 mmHg with bilateral infiltrates indicate?
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Correct answer: Moderate ARDS
A P/F ratio ≤ 200 mmHg (and >100 mmHg) with bilateral infiltrates indicates moderate ARDS; ≤100 mmHg would suggest severe.
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