A Newborn Is Diagnosed with Respiratory Distress Syndrome

question 15

Multiple Choice

A newborn is diagnosed with respiratory distress syndrome.When obtaining the patient's history, which of the following is the most important predisposing factor for this condition?

• A) Low birth weight
• B) Alcohol consumption by the mother during pregnancy
• C) Premature birth
• D) Smoking by the mother during pregnancy

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