Which of the Following Are Associated with an Increased Risk

question 16

Multiple Choice

Which of the following are associated with an increased risk of developing RDS?
1) Low-birth weight infant
2) Prenatal asphyxia
3) Maternal bleeding
4) Second-born twin

• A) 1, 2
• B) 3, 4
• C) 2, 3, 4
• D) 1, 2, 3, 4

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Definitions:

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