A newborn is diagnosed with meconium aspiration syndrome. When assessing this newborn, which of the following would the nurse expect to find? (Select all that apply.)

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Meconium aspiration syndrome can lead to respiratory distress in newborns, characterized by prolonged tachypnea (B), intercostal retractions (C) as the baby struggles to breathe, and coarse crackles on auscultation (E) due to the presence of meconium in the lungs. Pigeon chest is not associated with this condition, and a high blood pH level would indicate alkalosis, whereas respiratory distress can lead to acidosis.

A Newborn Is Diagnosed with Meconium Aspiration Syndrome