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Fetal Lung and Cardiovascular Development

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1. During the canalicular period, at what week does respiration become possible? Week 12 Week 20 Week 24 Week 30
2. What condition can result from a lack of fetal lung fluid removal, leading to respiratory issues in newborns? Neonatal jaundice Transient tachypnea of the newborn Neonatal sepsis Respiratory syncytial virus
3. What is the major source of blood supply to the lung mass in bronchopulmonary sequestration? Pulmonary veins Pulmonary arteries Coronary arteries Systemic arterial blood vessel from the aorta
4. Besides protection, what is another function of amniotic fluid during gestation? Facilitating gas exchange Regulating fetal heart rate Supporting fetal movement Aiding in nutrient absorption
5. What should happen to the fetal blood PO2 during the transition to extrauterine life? Decrease Stay the same Increase Fluctuate