How is fetal lung fluid normally removed?
I.Squeezed out during vaginal delivery
II.Absorbed by the pulmonary capillaries
III.Absorbed by the lymphatic system
IV.Removed by vigorous endobronchial suctioning by the delivery room staff

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Fetal lung fluid is removed through a combination of being squeezed out during vaginal delivery, absorption by the pulmonary capillaries, and absorption by the lymphatic system. Vigorous endobronchial suctioning is not a normal mechanism for the removal of fetal lung fluid.

How Is Fetal Lung Fluid Normally Removed