Which of the following might be used to relieve a tension pneumothorax in a neonate?
a. Transillumination
b. Needle thoracentesis
c. Lung expansion therapy protocol
d. Surfactant replacement therapy
B
To relieve a tension pneumothorax in a neonate, a needle thoracentesis would be recommended to release the trapped air prior to placement of a chest tube.
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Most anatomic terms come from:
A) Latin origins B) Greek origins C) French origins D) Arabic origins
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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
Employers must consider internal candidates who are qualified for any new postings before advertising outside the company.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)