1. A newborn infant is delivered prematurely at 28 weeks gestation. The neonatologist begins resuscitation efforts immediately. After initial drying and clearing of the airway, the baby still does not show spontaneous breathing. What is the next appropriate step in neonatal resuscitation for this infant?
2. Which of the following is the first step in the resuscitation of a newborn?
3. What is the recommended rate of chest compressions for a newborn during resuscitation?
4. If a newborn has a heart rate below 60 bpm despite effective ventilation and chest compressions, what is the next step?
5. Which drug is used to reverse the effects of maternal narcotics in a newborn?
6. During resuscitation, when should chest compressions be initiated?
7. What is the primary cause of Respiratory Distress Syndrome (RDS) in premature infants?
8. Which of the following best describes the role of surfactant in the lungs?
9. In the management of RDS, what is the role of Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP)?
10. Which of the following is a preventive measure for RDS in at-risk pregnancies?
11. Which of the following is NOT a clinical feature of Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia?
12. In the classification of BPD, what characterizes severe BPD?
13. What is the most common cause of Meconium Aspiration Syndrome (MAS) in newborns?
14. What is the primary mechanism by which meconium causes respiratory issues in MAS?
15. Which diagnostic procedure is most useful in assessing Pulmonary Hemorrhage (PH)?
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