A neonatal patient has PPHN. What may develop as a consequence of this?
a. Cardiomegaly
b. Pulmonary embolism
c. Mucosal edema
d. Cardiac tamponade
A
PPHN results in increased pulmonary vascular resistance. This will increase right ventricular afterload and can result in cardiomegaly.
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