A neonate was born with stained amniotic fluid. The nurse suspects that the neonate may have aspirated meconium. What signs and symptoms would confirm her suspicions?

a. Tachypnea
b. Hypoxia
c. Cyanosis
d. All of the above


D
All of these symptoms can be present when meconium is aspirated.

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