What is the most common cause of respiratory failure in preterm infants?

In contrast to infants, toddlers:

A) gain weight at a faster rate. B) have a slower respiratory rate. C) have a slightly higher pulse rate. D) have a lower systolic blood pressure.

When suctioning a 46-year-old male with a tracheostomy tube, which procedural step is appropriate?

A) Introduce the suction catheter into the tracheostomy tube by first inserting it into the mouth or nose and then threading it lower B) Suction no more than 5 seconds using a hard-tipped suction C) Introduce 20 mL of sterile water into the tracheostomy tube prior to suctioning D) Insert the soft suction cannula until mild resistance is met and then initiate suction