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Bernana

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Neurally adjusted ventilator assist (NAVA) is particularly useful with newborns because it ___________________ .
 
  a. reduces gas trapping
  b. is not affected by leaks
  c. decreases the development of VILA
  d. is sensitive to changes in respiratory drive

Question 2

The patient with which of the following conditions should be considered for HFV?
 
  a. Status asthmaticus
  b. Bronchopleural fistula
  c. Meconium aspiration
  d. Cystic fibrosis



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Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
NAVA is not affected by leaks, because this ventilator trigger uses the electrical activity of the diaphragm.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
HFV should be considered for a patient with a bronchopleural fistula.





 

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