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What is the function of surfactant in the lungs?
What is the function of surfactant in the lungs?
What is a potential consequence of untreated HYALINE MEMBRANE DISEASE (RDS)?
What is a potential consequence of untreated HYALINE MEMBRANE DISEASE (RDS)?
What is a part of the prevention strategy for HYALINE MEMBRANE DISEASE (RDS)?
What is a part of the prevention strategy for HYALINE MEMBRANE DISEASE (RDS)?
What is a differential diagnosis for HYALINE MEMBRANE DISEASE (RDS)?
What is a differential diagnosis for HYALINE MEMBRANE DISEASE (RDS)?
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What is the cause of respiratory distress in newborns?
What is the cause of respiratory distress in newborns?
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What diagnostic tools are useful in assessing the aetiology and severity of respiratory problems in newborns?
What diagnostic tools are useful in assessing the aetiology and severity of respiratory problems in newborns?
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Which of the following is a non-cardiopulmonary cause of respiratory distress in newborns?
Which of the following is a non-cardiopulmonary cause of respiratory distress in newborns?
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Which condition is characterized by fast breathing with retraction and expiratory grunting in newborns?
Which condition is characterized by fast breathing with retraction and expiratory grunting in newborns?
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What does the chest x-ray show in cases of Transient Tachypnea of the Newborn (TTN)?
What does the chest x-ray show in cases of Transient Tachypnea of the Newborn (TTN)?
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What is the pathophysiology thought to be for Transient Tachypnea of the Newborn (TTN)?
What is the pathophysiology thought to be for Transient Tachypnea of the Newborn (TTN)?
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Which condition is more common in term infants who have experienced fetal distress in utero or are depressed at birth?
Which condition is more common in term infants who have experienced fetal distress in utero or are depressed at birth?
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What are the chest x-ray findings for Meconium Aspiration Syndrome (MAS)?
What are the chest x-ray findings for Meconium Aspiration Syndrome (MAS)?
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What is the cause of Hyaline Membrane Disease (RDS)?
What is the cause of Hyaline Membrane Disease (RDS)?
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What are the symptoms of Congenital Pneumonia?
What are the symptoms of Congenital Pneumonia?
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What is a precipitating factor for Apnea in preterm newborns?
What is a precipitating factor for Apnea in preterm newborns?
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What is the treatment for Meconium Aspiration Syndrome (MAS)?
What is the treatment for Meconium Aspiration Syndrome (MAS)?
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Surfactant is produced and stored in type I alveolar cells.
Surfactant is produced and stored in type I alveolar cells.
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Untreated HYALINE MEMBRANE DISEASE (RDS) may lead to pallor and apnoea.
Untreated HYALINE MEMBRANE DISEASE (RDS) may lead to pallor and apnoea.
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Endotracheal instillation of exogenous surfactant is not a treatment for HYALINE MEMBRANE DISEASE (RDS).
Endotracheal instillation of exogenous surfactant is not a treatment for HYALINE MEMBRANE DISEASE (RDS).
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Prenatal glucocorticoid therapy is not part of the prevention strategy for HYALINE MEMBRANE DISEASE (RDS).
Prenatal glucocorticoid therapy is not part of the prevention strategy for HYALINE MEMBRANE DISEASE (RDS).
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Transient Tachypnea of the Newborn (TTN) is more common in term deliveries following Cesarean section due to the absence of the thoracic squeeze accompanying spontaneous vaginal delivery (SVD).
Transient Tachypnea of the Newborn (TTN) is more common in term deliveries following Cesarean section due to the absence of the thoracic squeeze accompanying spontaneous vaginal delivery (SVD).
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Transient Tachypnea of the Newborn (TTN) is characterized by slow absorption of fluids from the fetal lungs resulting in reduced pulmonary compliance and tidal volume but increased physiologic dead space.
Transient Tachypnea of the Newborn (TTN) is characterized by slow absorption of fluids from the fetal lungs resulting in reduced pulmonary compliance and tidal volume but increased physiologic dead space.
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Chest x-ray findings for Transient Tachypnea of the Newborn (TTN) include prominent pulmonary vascular markings with perihilar streaking and interlobular fissures and a flat diaphragm.
Chest x-ray findings for Transient Tachypnea of the Newborn (TTN) include prominent pulmonary vascular markings with perihilar streaking and interlobular fissures and a flat diaphragm.
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Transient Tachypnea of the Newborn (TTN) is usually self-limiting and should resolve in 2-3 days.
Transient Tachypnea of the Newborn (TTN) is usually self-limiting and should resolve in 2-3 days.
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Transient Tachypnea of the Newborn (TTN) is treated with antibiotics.
Transient Tachypnea of the Newborn (TTN) is treated with antibiotics.
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Transient Tachypnea of the Newborn (TTN) is characterized by fast breathing with retraction and expiratory grunting, occasionally accompanied by cyanosis.
Transient Tachypnea of the Newborn (TTN) is characterized by fast breathing with retraction and expiratory grunting, occasionally accompanied by cyanosis.
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The cyanosis in Transient Tachypnea of the Newborn (TTN) is easily relieved by minimal oxygen.
The cyanosis in Transient Tachypnea of the Newborn (TTN) is easily relieved by minimal oxygen.
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Transient Tachypnea of the Newborn (TTN) is a preventable condition.
Transient Tachypnea of the Newborn (TTN) is a preventable condition.
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Meconium Aspiration Syndrome (MAS) is more common in preterm infants who have experienced fetal distress in utero or are depressed at birth.
Meconium Aspiration Syndrome (MAS) is more common in preterm infants who have experienced fetal distress in utero or are depressed at birth.
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Congenital Pneumonia is commonly caused by viral infections such as RSV and Influenza.
Congenital Pneumonia is commonly caused by viral infections such as RSV and Influenza.
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Apnea of prematurity is a temporary cessation of breathing caused by an immaturity of the central respiratory regulatory center and protective mechanism.
Apnea of prematurity is a temporary cessation of breathing caused by an immaturity of the central respiratory regulatory center and protective mechanism.
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Hyaline Membrane Disease (RDS) is primarily caused by an excess of surfactant in the lungs.
Hyaline Membrane Disease (RDS) is primarily caused by an excess of surfactant in the lungs.
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Meconium Aspiration Syndrome (MAS) is caused by the aspiration of thin, particulate meconium into the lungs.
Meconium Aspiration Syndrome (MAS) is caused by the aspiration of thin, particulate meconium into the lungs.
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Apnea in preterm newborns is rare on the first day of life.
Apnea in preterm newborns is rare on the first day of life.
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Hyaline Membrane Disease (RDS) is more common in preterm infants born before 32 weeks GA.
Hyaline Membrane Disease (RDS) is more common in preterm infants born before 32 weeks GA.
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Congenital Pneumonia is an inflammation of the lung parenchyma of the newborn, commonly caused by bacterial infections such as GBS, Strep pneumoniae, and E. coli.
Congenital Pneumonia is an inflammation of the lung parenchyma of the newborn, commonly caused by bacterial infections such as GBS, Strep pneumoniae, and E. coli.
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Meconium Aspiration Syndrome (MAS) treatment involves suctioning the newborn's airway at the time of delivery and administering antibiotics and steroids.
Meconium Aspiration Syndrome (MAS) treatment involves suctioning the newborn's airway at the time of delivery and administering antibiotics and steroids.
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Apnea is a common finding in term newborns with neuromuscular disorders.
Apnea is a common finding in term newborns with neuromuscular disorders.
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Respiratory Distress Syndrome (RDS) is more common in term infants born before 32 weeks GA.
Respiratory Distress Syndrome (RDS) is more common in term infants born before 32 weeks GA.
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Apnea in preterm newborns is caused by an excess of surfactant in the lungs.
Apnea in preterm newborns is caused by an excess of surfactant in the lungs.
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Match the following conditions with their chest x-ray findings:
Match the following conditions with their chest x-ray findings:
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Match the following conditions with their primary cause:
Match the following conditions with their primary cause:
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Match the following conditions with their treatment approach:
Match the following conditions with their treatment approach:
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Match the following conditions with their associated symptoms:
Match the following conditions with their associated symptoms:
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Match the following conditions with their diagnostic tool:
Match the following conditions with their diagnostic tool:
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Match the following conditions with their treatment approach:
Match the following conditions with their treatment approach:
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Match the following conditions with their prevention strategy:
Match the following conditions with their prevention strategy:
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Match the following symptoms with their associated condition in newborns:
Match the following symptoms with their associated condition in newborns:
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Match the following chest x-ray findings with their associated condition in newborns:
Match the following chest x-ray findings with their associated condition in newborns:
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Match the following conditions with their associated characteristics:
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Study Notes
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Meconium Aspiration Syndrome (MAS) is a condition that affects newborns with meconium-stained amniotic fluid. Only about 5% of these newborns develop MAS, and it is more common in term infants who have experienced fetal distress in utero or are depressed at birth.
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MAS is caused by the aspiration of thick, particulate meconium into the lungs, leading to small airway obstruction and respiratory distress. Symptoms include fast breathing, difficulty in breathing, grunting, an overextension of the chest wall, and cyanosis in severe cases.
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Chest x-ray findings include irregular patchy infiltrates with a hyperextension of the chest wall and a flattening of the diaphragm. Treatment involves suctioning the newborn's airway at the time of delivery and administering antibiotics and steroids.
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Congenital Pneumonia is an inflammation of the lung parenchyma of the newborn, commonly caused by bacterial infections such as GBS, Strep pneumoniae, and E. coli. Symptoms include respiratory distress and fever, and chest x-ray findings show bilateral diffuse infiltration.
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Apnea is a common finding in preterm newborns, characterized by a temporary cessation in breathing. Precipitating factors include temperature instability, hypoxemia, and sepsis. Treatment includes evaluating the underlying cause and administering caffeine citrate and theophylline.
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Hyaline Membrane Disease (RDS) is a condition that occurs primarily in preterm newborns and is caused by a deficiency of surfactant in the lungs. Symptoms include tachypnea, grunting, and cyanosis, and chest x-ray findings show diminished breath sounds and rales at the lung bases.
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RDS is more common in preterm infants born before 32 weeks GA and in the face of maternal diabetes, multiple gestation, CS delivery, and precipitate delivery. Treatment includes administering surfactant and supportive care.
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Precipitating factors for apnea in preterm newborns include temperature instability, as a response to the passage of a feeding tube, and sepsis. Apnea of prematurity is a temporary cessation of breathing caused by an immaturity of the central respiratory regulatory center and protective mechanism.
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Apnea in preterm newborns is rare on the first day of life but may occur in severe preterms and term newborns with neuromuscular disorders. All newborns with apnea should be evaluated for general well-being, feeding tolerance, temperature stability, RBS, PCV, and SPO2. Treatment should be directed at the underlying cause.
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Meconium Aspiration Syndrome (MAS) is a condition that affects newborns with meconium-stained amniotic fluid. Only about 5% of these newborns develop MAS, and it is more common in term infants who have experienced fetal distress in utero or are depressed at birth.
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MAS is caused by the aspiration of thick, particulate meconium into the lungs, leading to small airway obstruction and respiratory distress. Symptoms include fast breathing, difficulty in breathing, grunting, an overextension of the chest wall, and cyanosis in severe cases.
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Chest x-ray findings include irregular patchy infiltrates with a hyperextension of the chest wall and a flattening of the diaphragm. Treatment involves suctioning the newborn's airway at the time of delivery and administering antibiotics and steroids.
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Congenital Pneumonia is an inflammation of the lung parenchyma of the newborn, commonly caused by bacterial infections such as GBS, Strep pneumoniae, and E. coli. Symptoms include respiratory distress and fever, and chest x-ray findings show bilateral diffuse infiltration.
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Apnea is a common finding in preterm newborns, characterized by a temporary cessation in breathing. Precipitating factors include temperature instability, hypoxemia, and sepsis. Treatment includes evaluating the underlying cause and administering caffeine citrate and theophylline.
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Hyaline Membrane Disease (RDS) is a condition that occurs primarily in preterm newborns and is caused by a deficiency of surfactant in the lungs. Symptoms include tachypnea, grunting, and cyanosis, and chest x-ray findings show diminished breath sounds and rales at the lung bases.
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RDS is more common in preterm infants born before 32 weeks GA and in the face of maternal diabetes, multiple gestation, CS delivery, and precipitate delivery. Treatment includes administering surfactant and supportive care.
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Precipitating factors for apnea in preterm newborns include temperature instability, as a response to the passage of a feeding tube, and sepsis. Apnea of prematurity is a temporary cessation of breathing caused by an immaturity of the central respiratory regulatory center and protective mechanism.
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Apnea in preterm newborns is rare on the first day of life but may occur in severe preterms and term newborns with neuromuscular disorders. All newborns with apnea should be evaluated for general well-being, feeding tolerance, temperature stability, RBS, PCV, and SPO2. Treatment should be directed at the underlying cause.
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Meconium Aspiration Syndrome (MAS) is a condition that affects newborns with meconium-stained amniotic fluid. Only about 5% of these newborns develop MAS, and it is more common in term infants who have experienced fetal distress in utero or are depressed at birth.
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MAS is caused by the aspiration of thick, particulate meconium into the lungs, leading to small airway obstruction and respiratory distress. Symptoms include fast breathing, difficulty in breathing, grunting, an overextension of the chest wall, and cyanosis in severe cases.
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Chest x-ray findings include irregular patchy infiltrates with a hyperextension of the chest wall and a flattening of the diaphragm. Treatment involves suctioning the newborn's airway at the time of delivery and administering antibiotics and steroids.
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Congenital Pneumonia is an inflammation of the lung parenchyma of the newborn, commonly caused by bacterial infections such as GBS, Strep pneumoniae, and E. coli. Symptoms include respiratory distress and fever, and chest x-ray findings show bilateral diffuse infiltration.
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Apnea is a common finding in preterm newborns, characterized by a temporary cessation in breathing. Precipitating factors include temperature instability, hypoxemia, and sepsis. Treatment includes evaluating the underlying cause and administering caffeine citrate and theophylline.
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Hyaline Membrane Disease (RDS) is a condition that occurs primarily in preterm newborns and is caused by a deficiency of surfactant in the lungs. Symptoms include tachypnea, grunting, and cyanosis, and chest x-ray findings show diminished breath sounds and rales at the lung bases.
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RDS is more common in preterm infants born before 32 weeks GA and in the face of maternal diabetes, multiple gestation, CS delivery, and precipitate delivery. Treatment includes administering surfactant and supportive care.
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Precipitating factors for apnea in preterm newborns include temperature instability, as a response to the passage of a feeding tube, and sepsis. Apnea of prematurity is a temporary cessation of breathing caused by an immaturity of the central respiratory regulatory center and protective mechanism.
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Apnea in preterm newborns is rare on the first day of life but may occur in severe preterms and term newborns with neuromuscular disorders. All newborns with apnea should be evaluated for general well-being, feeding tolerance, temperature stability, RBS, PCV, and SPO2. Treatment should be directed at the underlying cause.
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