A Newborn Weighing 1000 G Exhibits Symptoms of Respiratory Distress

question 13

Multiple Choice

A newborn weighing 1000 g exhibits symptoms of respiratory distress syndrome (RDS) ,including poor color,suprasternal retractions,nasal flaring,and desaturation.The respiratory therapist should recommend

• A)Ipratropium bromide.
• B)Poractant alfa.
• C)Salmeterol.
• D)Dornase alfa.

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Definitions:

Early Warning Signals

Indicators or signs that precede and predict upcoming problems or changes, allowing for preemptive action.

Shadow Plan

A backup plan or strategy that is developed to be used as an alternative in case the original plan fails or cannot be implemented.

Managerial Firefighting

The practice where managers spend a disproportionate amount of time addressing urgent problems rather than focusing on strategic planning and prevention.

Crisis Management

The process of planning for and responding to unexpected and potentially harmful events, aiming to minimize damage and recover quickly.