After Birth, the Foramen Ovale Is Closed as a Result

question 38

Multiple Choice

After birth, the foramen ovale is closed as a result of

• A)increasing pressure in the right atrium.
• B)increasing pressure in the left atrium.
• C)increased resistance in the pulmonary circuit.
• D)decreased blood volume in the pulmonary veins.

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