This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Pediatrics
Failure to initiate and maintain spontaneous respiration following birth is clinically k/a – 
Select and explain. 
A. Birth asphyxia, B. RDS–Respiratory distress syndrome, C. Respiratory failure, D. Pulmonary oedema
B: RDS–Respiratory distress syndrome
Answer: B: RDS–Respiratory distress syndrome 
Explanation: None