The nurse is reviewing factors that affect lung development.What factor delays surfactant production and maturation of alveolar cells?
A) Thyroxine
B) Prolactin
C) Glucocorticosteroids
D) Excess of endogenous insulin

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An excess of endogenous insulin can delay surfactant production and delays maturation of alveolar cells.Glucocorticosteroids,thyroxine,and prolactin enhance lung development.

The Nurse Is Reviewing Factors That Affect Lung Development