What deficiency causes a preterm infant respiratory distress syndrome?
a. Protein
b. Estrogen
c. Hyaline
d. Surfactant
ANS: D
The production of surfactant, necessary for the absorption of oxygen by the lungs, is deficient in the preterm infant.
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