What is the typical method of administering exogenous surfactant to infants?
a. Direct instillation to the airway
b. Nebulization
c. Intravenously
d. Rectal suppository
ANS: A
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A) decreased blood volume. B) inability to get oxygen to the blood. C) poor myocardial pump function. D) inadequate ventilation to eliminate carbon dioxide.
Which of the following mechanisms are involved in neurogenic shock? 1. Unopposed vasodilation 2. Loss of innervation to the adrenal medulla 3. Decreased preload 4. Unopposed sympathetic tone
A) 1, 2, 3 B) 1, 3, 4 C) 1, 2, 3, 4 D) 1, 3
The classic ____ position is often witnessed during episodes of extreme shortness of breath.
A. sitting B. head bobbing C. tripod D. supine
The recommended dosage of Prolastin is
a. 30 mg/kg once daily. b. 40 mg/kg once weekly. c. 50 mg/kg once weekly. d. 60 mg/kg once weekly.