A Newborn Suspected of Having a Pneumothorax Is Rapidly Deteriorating

question 23

Multiple Choice

A newborn suspected of having a pneumothorax is rapidly deteriorating. What should the therapist suggest at this time?

• A) Intubation and mechanical ventilation.
• B) Mask CPAP.
• C) Needle aspiration.
• D) Confirm air leak with a chest X-ray and place a chest tube afterward.

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