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Question of the Week #35

Which of the following factors is MOST LIKELY responsible for the increased speed of inhalation induction in a neonate compared to an adult?

A. The greater distribution of cardiac output to the vessel-rich group in neonates

B. A higher alveolar ventilation to functional residual capacity ratio in adults

C. An increased blood:gas partition coefficient in infants and neonates

D. Decreased tissue solubility of volatile agents in adults

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