What would you conclude regarding a fetus’ lung maturity if the S:A ratio equaled 60?

A. uncertain lung maturity
B. unable to make a conclusion since the S:A ratio does not assess lung maturity
C. fetal lung maturity
D. immature fetal lungs


Answer: C

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