Which of the Following Are Absolute Contraindications for the Use

question 16

Multiple Choice

Which of the following are absolute contraindications for the use of ECMO?
1) Lethal congenital anomalies
2) Grade III or higher intracranial hemorrhage
3) Mechanical ventilation with 100% O₂ for greater than 13 days
4) Gestational age less than 34 weeks

• A)1 and 2 only
• B)1, 2, and 3 only
• C)2 and 4 only
• D)1, 2, 3, and 4

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Definitions:

Dorsal Spinal Cord

The portion of the spinal cord that is oriented toward the back of the body, responsible for transmitting sensory information from the body to the brain.

Ventral Spinal Cord

The front section of the spinal cord, which contains motor neurons that control muscles and movement.

Sensory Input

Information received by sensory receptors from the environment, which is then processed by the nervous system.

Bell Palsy

A sudden weakness or paralysis of the muscles on one side of the face, typically temporary and possibly due to viral infection or inflammation.