Symptoms and Early Warning Signs of ARDS ARDS typically develops within hours to a few days of the triggering event. The symptoms worsen rapidly and are always considered a medical emergency. Main Symptoms Hospital Indicators In hospitalised patients, ARDS is often detected by: In South African clinics, the presence of rapid breathing, confusion, and low oxygen saturation on a pulse oximeter should trigger referral to higher care. Symptoms and Early Warning Signs of ARDS Special Considerations 🔹 Next → [Diagnosis and Treatment of ARDS] The “Should I Be Worried?” Feeling: Depression Warning Signs Causes and Risk Factors of ARDS Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome Complications and Recovery of ARDS