Which congenital cardiac defect(s) cause(s) increased pulmonary blood flow? (Select all that apply.)
a. Atrial septal defects (ASDs)
b. Tetralogy of Fallot
c. Dextroposition of aorta
d. Patent ductus arteriosus
e. Ventricular septal defects (VSDs)
ANS: A, D, E
The congenital heart defects that cause increased pulmonary blood flow are ASDs, VSDs, and patent ductus arteriosus.
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