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Gynaecology & Obstetrics Prenatal Diagnosis 0310a880

After bih which of the following changes occur in the fetus?

A
The foramen ovale closes allowing the entire blood volume to circulate into the pulmonary vein
B
Lung fluid is forced out of the fetal alveoli with the first few breaths
C
The ductus aeriosus opens
D
The umbilical vein and aery remain functional for several weeks
High-Yield Explanation
- The foramen ovale closes allowing the entire blood volume to circulate into the pulmonary aery - The foramen ovale, the ductus aeriosus and the umbilical veins and aeries close within a few hours of bih. - Lung fluid is forced out of the fetal alveoli with the first few breaths

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