Lower Resp - Lung Surfactants Flashcards
1
Q
Lung Surfactants
Drug Names
A
“-actant”
2
Q
Lung Surfactants
Action
A
Replace missing surfactants in neonates
3
Q
Lung Surfactants
Indications
A
Rescue tx of infants with RDS
Experimental: ARDs, infectious and inflammatory lung diseases
4
Q
Lung Surfactants
Contraindications
A
NONE
5
Q
Lung Surfactants
Adverse Effects
A
Unknown
6
Q
Lung Surfactants
Specific Nursing Conditions
A
Time of birth and exact weight needed for dosing
Blood gases
O2 sats
Suction and then wait 2 hours prior to admin
Support for parents