Question

a baby with bpd is most at risk for which long - term complication?

o a. congenital heart block
o b. hypothyroidism
o c. diabetes
o d. chronic lung disease with recurrent infections

Explanation:

Bronchopulmonary dysplasia (BPD) is a chronic lung disease that affects premature infants. It causes damage to the lungs, making infants more susceptible to recurrent lung - infections and long - term lung problems. Congenital heart block is related to heart electrical conduction issues, hypothyroidism to thyroid function, and diabetes to blood sugar regulation, none of which are the most typical long - term complication of BPD.

Answer:

d. Chronic lung disease with recurrent infections