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A Deficiency of Surfactants in the Neonate

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A deficiency of surfactants in the neonate


A) makes it difficult to expand the lungs.
B) decreases alveolar surface tension.
C) causes epiglottal swelling and laryngospasm.
D) causes upper airway irritation.

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