Which of the following clinical findings are usually seen in meconium aspiration syndrome?
1) Tachypnea and grunting
2) Irregular pulmonary densities on the chest film
3) Metabolic acidosis
4) Respiratory alkalosis

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Meconium aspiration syndrome typically presents with tachypnea and grunting due to respiratory distress, irregular pulmonary densities on chest film due to aspiration and inflammation, and metabolic acidosis as a result of hypoxia and poor gas exchange. Respiratory alkalosis is not a usual finding; instead, respiratory acidosis may occur due to inadequate ventilation.

Which of the Following Clinical Findings Are Usually Seen in Meconium