Which medication may have an ototoxic effect on the preterm infant?
a. Furosemide c. Caffeine
b. Morphine d. Ampicillin
A
In the preterm neonate, furosemide can be ototoxic, not only as a medication alone but in conjunction with the NICU environment. Morphine, caffeine, and ampicillin do not pose ototoxic effects.
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