NRP 8th Edition Test 2023 Complete Solution

NRP 8th Edition Test 2023 Complete Solution. What is the recommended depth of chest compressions? - ANSWER One-third of the anterior-posterior diameter of the chest During chest compressions, which of the following is correct? - ANSWER To coordinate compressions and ventilations, the compressor calls out one-and-two-and-three-and-breathe-and.... Your team is resuscitating a newborn whose heart rate remains less than 60 bpm despite effective PPV and 60 seconds of chest compressions. You have administered epinephrine intravenously. According to the Textbook of Neonatal Resuscitation, 8th edition, what volume of normal saline flush should you administer? - ANSWER 3 mL According to the Textbook of Neonatal Resuscitation, 8th edition, what is the suggested initial dose for IV epinephrine (0.1 mg/1 mL=1 mg/10 mL)? - ANSWER 0.02 mg/kg (equal to 0.2 mL/kg) When is the administration of a volume expander indicated during newborn resuscitation? - ANSWER The baby's heart rate is not increasing and there are signs of shock or a history of acute blood loss. Your team is caring for a term newborn whose heart rate is 50 bpm after receiving effective ventilation, chest compressions, and intravenous epinephrine administration. There is a history of acute blood loss around the time of delivery. You administer 10 mL/kg of normal saline (based on the newborn's estimated weight). At what rate should this be administered? - ANSWER Over 5 to 10 minutes How soon after administration of intravenous epinephrine should you pause compressions and reassess the baby's heart rate? - ANSWER 60 seconds You are called to the birth of a newborn at 30 weeks gestation. As you prepare your equipment, what concentration of oxygen will you use initially if PPV is required? - ANSWER 21% to 30% A baby is born at 26 weeks gestation. The initial steps of care, including gentle stimulation, have been completed and the baby is nearly 1-minute old. The baby is not breathing. What is the most appropriate next step? - ANSWER Begin PPV by mask.