An infant is diagnosed with a small ventricular septal defect (VSD). Which of the following is accurate pertaining to this case?
A) The infant will most likely be asymptomatic.
B) Pulmonary blood flow is usually decreased.
C) The infant will have a murmur and cyanosis.
D) Shunting goes from the right ventricle to the left ventricle.

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Small ventricular septal defects often result in the infant being asymptomatic because the defect is small enough that it does not significantly affect blood flow or pressure.

An Infant Is Diagnosed with a Small Ventricular Septal Defect