Discussion 5 - A newborn exhibits signs of respiratory distress
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Updated on: 10/25/2024 03:17 AM Due on: 10/25/2024
Discussion 5
A newborn exhibits signs of respiratory distress due to the lack of surfactant. She has signs of low oxygen and high carbon dioxide. Explain why the lack of surfactant would result in respiratory distress. Furthermore, what type of acid-base disorder might she develop and how would her body compensate.
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Solution: Discussion 5 - A newborn exhibits signs of respiratory distress