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What is the causative agent of retinopathy of prematurity?
What is the causative agent of retinopathy of prematurity?
- High concentration of oxygen (correct)
- Endothelial cells
- Blood Po2 levels
- Immature retinal blood vessels
Which infants are at the highest risk for developing retinopathy of prematurity?
Which infants are at the highest risk for developing retinopathy of prematurity?
- Infants who are term-born
- Infants with no family history of eye disorders
- Infants with low birth weight (correct)
- Infants who receive the least amount of oxygen
What happens to immature retinal blood vessels when exposed to high oxygen concentrations?
What happens to immature retinal blood vessels when exposed to high oxygen concentrations?
- They detach from the retina
- They constrict (correct)
- They remain unchanged
- They dilate
Why must blood oxygen levels be monitored in preterm infants who receive oxygen?
Why must blood oxygen levels be monitored in preterm infants who receive oxygen?
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Which medical procedures may be effective in preserving sight in individuals with ROP?
Which medical procedures may be effective in preserving sight in individuals with ROP?
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When should the eyes of babies who have received oxygen be examined for ROP?
When should the eyes of babies who have received oxygen be examined for ROP?
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