Multiple Choice
Decreased surfactant production in the preterm lung is a problem because surfactant
A) Causes increased permeability of the alveoli
B) Provides transportation for oxygen to enter the blood supply
C) Keeps the alveoli open during expiration
D) Dilates the bronchioles, decreasing airway resistance
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