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tsand2 · **on:** Jul 16, 2018

Which phospholipid ratio would indicate a neonate with a low risk of developing respiratory dis-tress syndrome (RDS)?

a. L/S ratio of 1
b. L/S ratio of 2 or more
c. L/S ratio of less than 1.5
d. L/S ratio of less than 1

Question 2

What happens throughout fetal period?

a. All major organs begin their development.
b. Some of the major organs complete their development.
c. Organs continue to develop and refine their structure and function.
d. Gas exchange begins.

anyusername12131 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 16, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
An L/S ratio of 2 or more indicates a relatively low risk for the development of respiratory dis-tress syndrome, while an L/S ratio of less than 1.5 is associated with a high risk.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
The fetal period occurs during the remaining 32 weeks of gestation. During this period, the or-gans continue to develop and refine their structure and function.