Hyperinflation is noted on the chest radiograph of a patient with MAS. What sudden development(s) must be watched for?
1) PPHN
2) Pneumothorax
3) Cardiomegaly
4) Pneumomediastinum

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If an infant with MAS has air trapping, he or she can suddenly develop a pneumothorax (about 10% to 15% of the time) or pneumomediastinum. PPHN and cardiomegaly are slow to develop.

Hyperinflation Is Noted on the Chest Radiograph of a Patient