A Premature Neonate Must Generate a Higher Negative Intrapleural Pressure

question 14

Multiple Choice

A premature neonate must generate a higher negative intrapleural pressure during inspiration than a term neonate. This will result in all of the following, EXCEPT:

• A) cyanosis of dependent thoracic areas.
• B)"seesaw" breathing pattern.
• C)alveolar hyperinflation.
• D)intercostal retractions.

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