Surfactant is composed of 90% lipids and 10% proteins
A healthy person creates about 100L of mucous in a 24 hour p…
A healthy person creates about 100L of mucous in a 24 hour period.
What is a special precaution to take after the initial stabi…
What is a special precaution to take after the initial stabilization period for a preterm newborn regarding temperature monitoring?
When should you consider using CPAP (continuous positive air…
When should you consider using CPAP (continuous positive airway pressure) immediately after birth for a preterm baby?
What is generally recommended regarding delayed umbilical co…
What is generally recommended regarding delayed umbilical cord clamping for preterm newborns?
To decrease the risk of neurologic injury in a preterm baby,…
To decrease the risk of neurologic injury in a preterm baby, how should you position the baby?
Immunity:
Immunity:
Kidneys
Kidneys
It was decided at the time of surgery to place a 5-French j…
It was decided at the time of surgery to place a 5-French jejunostomy tube (J-tube). Discuss some of the factors to be considered when choosing a tube for parenteral nutrition.
Metabolic:
Metabolic: