Chapter 32 Disorder of the Cardiovascular Function: what happens when the production of surfactant is not sufficient?

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what happens when the production of surfactant is not sufficient?

Zeltcha Salut · Accepted Answer

infant is unable to keep the lungs inflated and the alveoli collapse at the end of expiration, resulting in hypoxia, atelectasis, and respiratory acidosis.

Chapter 32 Disorder of the Cardiovascular Function

What happens when the production of surfactant is not sufficient?

Infant is unable to keep the lungs inflated and the alveoli collapse at the end of expiration, resulting in hypoxia, atelectasis, and respiratory acidosis.

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