Author Question: What VT range should be used for mechanical ventilation of a neonate? a. 5 to 7 ml/kg b. 6 to 8 ... (Read 316 times)

armygirl · **on:** Jul 16, 2018

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 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 16, 2018

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