When the surfactant has not yet reached a normal level, the newborn has problems ________

A) swallowing
B) producing urine
C) digesting
D) breathing


D
Explanation: A) The surfactant level is not related to swallowing.
B) The surfactant level is not related to producing urine.
C) The surfactant level is not related to digesting.
D) Correct! A lack of surfactant makes it difficult for the newborn to inflate the lungs with each breath.

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