Week 5 Flashcards
1
Q
management of persistent pulmonary hypertension of the newborn (PPHN)
A
- ventilation
- oxygen
- nitric oxide
- sedation
- inotropes
- ECLS (ExtraCorporeal Life Support)
2
Q
what blood vessels does the umbilical cord contain?
A
2 umbilical arteries
1 umbilical vein
3
Q
nitric oxide mechanism of action in baby with PPHN
A
powerful vasodilator
4
Q
from the placenta, oxygen rich blood flows to the fetus via the ______ ______
A
umbilical vein
5
Q
what is the first objective in managing a baby with persistent pulmonary hypertension of the newborn (PPHN)
A
try to oxygenate the baby well - often involves putting the baby on a ventilator
