A 2-month-old male is brought to the pediatrician by his mother who is concerned that he is not gaining weight. She also notes that his color is poor, especially when he tries to feed, when he often grunts and turns dusky. Which of the following cardiac lesions is most likely to cause the patient’s symptoms?
A. Atrial septal defect
B. Patent ductus arteriosus
C. Patent foramen ovale
D. Tetralogy of Fallot
E. Ventricular septal defect
A. Atrial septal defect
B. Patent ductus arteriosus
C. Patent foramen ovale
D. Tetralogy of Fallot
E. Ventricular septal defect