Pediatric Basic Life Support

Pediatric Basic Life Support ( 10 Questions)

What is the initial step in neonatal resuscitation when the newborn is not breathing and has a heart rate below 100 beats per minute?



Correct Answer: A

A. Administering positive-pressure ventilation is the initial step in neonatal resuscitation for a newborn not breathing or having a heart rate below 100 beats per minute.

   B. Initiating chest compressions is the next step if positive-pressure ventilation is not effective.

   C. Administering epinephrine is part of the advanced steps in neonatal resuscitation after positive-pressure ventilation and chest compressions.

   D. Inserting an advanced airway device is part of the advanced steps in neonatal resuscitation after positive-pressure ventilation, chest compressions, and administering epinephrine.
 




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