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What is the recommended rate of chest compressions in neonatal resuscitation?

A.

60-80 compressions per minute

B.

80-100 compressions per minute

C.

100-120 compressions per minute

D.

120-140 compressions per minute

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is C

A. 60-80 compressions per minute is the recommended rate of chest compressions for older children and adults in CPR.

   B. 80-100 compressions per minute is the recommended rate of chest compressions for infants in CPR.

   C. The recommended rate of chest compressions in neonatal resuscitation is 100-120 compressions per minute.

   D. 120-140 compressions per minute is not a standard rate of chest compressions in neonatal resuscitation.
 


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Related Questions

Correct Answer is C

Explanation

A. Decreased heart rate indicates ineffective ventilation and is a sign of inadequate oxygenation.

B. Cyanosis suggests inadequate oxygenation and is not a sign of effective ventilation.

C. Chest movement and a rising heart rate are signs of effective ventilation in a newborn during neonatal resuscitation.

D. Gasping respirations are not a reliable indicator of effective ventilation and may indicate cardiac arrest.

Correct Answer is B

Explanation

A. Naloxone is used to reverse opioid overdose and is not indicated for bradycardia in neonatal resuscitation.

B. Atropine is used in neonatal resuscitation to treat bradycardia and increase the heart rate.

C. Epinephrine is used in neonatal resuscitation for severe bradycardia or cardiac arrest not responding to ventilation and chest compressions.

D. Albuterol is a bronchodilator and is not indicated for bradycardia in neonatal resuscitation.

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