Which factor is least likely to be a reason for slower growth rates among infants that have the lung condition bronchopulmonary dysplasia (BPD)?
A) higher nutritional requirements
B) increased muscle mass
C) changes in endocrine systems
D) changes in pulmonary systems
E) interactions between endocrine and pulmonary systems

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Increased muscle mass is not typically associated with slower growth rates among infants with BPD. The other factors listed (higher nutritional requirements, changes in endocrine and pulmonary systems, and interactions between the two) can all contribute to slower growth rates in infants with BPD.

Which Factor Is Least Likely to Be a Reason for Slower