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bobthebuilder

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on: Jul 16, 2018
An infant with a CDH also has pulmonary hypertension. Which of the following can be administered to relieve this problem?
 
  a. Inhaled nitric oxide (iNO)
  b. Inhaled parasympatholytic agent
  c. 80 helium20 oxygen
  d. Corticosteroids

Question 2

Positive risk factor(s) for the development of kyphoscoliosis include:
 
  1. male gender.
  2. female gender.
  3. taller person.
  4. shorter person.
  a. 1
  b. 2
  c. 2, 3
  d. 1, 4


Sassygurl126

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Reply #1 on: Jul 16, 2018
Answer to Question 1

A
It has been shown that iNO causes vasodilation and is used to treat pulmonary hypertension.

Answer to Question 2

C
Height and gender are contributing factors for developing kyphoscoliosis. It is more prevalent among females and taller individuals.


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