The nurse understands that decreased production of surfactant in the preterm lung is a problem because surfactant:

A) causes increased permeability of the alveoli
B) provides transportation for oxygen into the lungs
C) keeps the alveoli open during expiration
D) dilates the bronchioles, decreasing airway resistance


C

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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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