What are the Signs and Symptoms of Respiratory Distress Syndrome?
RDS primarily affects premature infants and is identified by:
- Clinical Symptoms: Rapid breathing, grunting, flaring nostrils, and chest retractions. - Chest X-ray: This can reveal a "ground glass" appearance in the lungs, indicative of RDS. - Blood Gas Analysis: To assess oxygen and carbon dioxide levels in the blood.
