This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Respiratory System, Subject name: Pediatrics
Most common cause of ARDS in children is: 
Select and explain. 
A. Aspiration, B. Injury, C. Severe pneumonia with sepsis, D. DIC
C: Severe pneumonia with sepsis
Answer: C: Severe pneumonia with sepsis 
Explanation: c. Severe pneumonia with sepsis(Ref: Neonatal and Pediatric Respiratory Care 4/e By Brian K. Walsh p 564)Pneumonia, sepsis and aspiration are the most common cause of ARDS and ALI in children