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The physician finds that the baby has insufficient amounts of surfactant. Replacement of surfactant:
 
  a. Is not possible
  b. Can be given 1 to 2 days before delivery
  c. Is administered to the infant IV
  d. Is administered to the infant directly into the endotracheal tube
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Surfactant replacement is possible. It is administered directly into the endotracheal tube. It is not given IV. An injection of corticosteroid given to the mother 1 to 2 days before delivery may help reduce the risk of RDS.
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