What is the primary problem resulting from respiratory distress syndrome (RDS) of the newborn?
A)Consolidation
B)Pulmonary edema
C)Atelectasis
D)Bronchiolar plugging

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The primary problem is atelectasis, which causes significant hypoxemia and is difficult for the neonate to overcome because a significant negative inspiratory pressure is required to open the alveoli with each breath. Consolidation, pulmonary edema, and bronchiolar plugging are not the primary problems in RDS.

What Is the Primary Problem Resulting from Respiratory Distress Syndrome