What VT range should be used for mechanical ventilation of a ...

[armygirl]

What VT range should be used for mechanical ventilation of a neonate?
 
  a. 5 to 7 ml/kg
  b. 6 to 8 ml/kg
  c. 8 to 10 ml/kg
  d. 10 to 12 ml/kg

Question 2

During resuscitation of a newborn, after 15 to 30 sec of positive-pressure ventilation, what should the clinician do?
 
  a. Evaluate the heart rate.
  b. Suction the mouth, then the nose.
  c. Begin chest compressions.
  d. Initiate medications.

[lou]

Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
When selecting VT, the clinician must consider a volume that provides adequate lung inflation without overstretching the alveoli. Setting VT that is too high most likely would result in lung injury. VT of 6 to 8 ml/kg is generally considered safe in most patients.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A

[armygirl]

Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

[Sarahjh]

Gracias!