Why Is Taking the First Breath Hard Work for the Newborn

question 11

Multiple Choice

Why is taking the first breath hard work for the newborn?

• A) The lungs are not elastic.
• B) The intercostal muscles are not mature enough.
• C) The diaphragm is inflexible.
• D) The surface tension within the alveoli is very high.
• E) The respiratory center in the medulla is not yet mature.

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