The Nurse Is Assessing the Respiratory System of a Newborn

The nurse is assessing the respiratory system of a newborn. Which of the following anatomic differences place the infant at risk for respiratory compromise? Select all answers that apply.

A) The nasal passages are narrower.
B) The trachea and chest wall are less compliant.
C) The bronchi and bronchioles are shorter and wider.
D) The larynx is more funnel shaped.
E) The tongue is smaller.
F) There are significantly fewer alveoli.