What is the consequence of meconium aspiration if there is a "ball-valve" effect in the small airways?
a. Air trapping on exhalation
b. Apnea of prematurity
c. Air trapping on inhalation
d. Bronchiectasis
A
A "ball-valve" effect in the small airways will cause air trapping on exhalation. In other words, air will be inhaled but cannot be fully exhaled. Apnea of prematurity and bronchiectasis are not related to the "ball-valve" effect.
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