What initial ventilator setting(s) would be recommended for a newborn with a CDH?
1. PEEP of 2-3 cm H2O
2. FIO2 of 1.0
3. Peak inspiratory pressure of 18-20 cm H2O
4. Respiratory rate of 40 breaths/min
a. 2
b. 3, 4
c. 1, 2, 3
d. 1, 2, 3, 4
D
All of the listed settings are appropriate. After the patient has been stabilized and arterial blood gas results have been evaluated, appropriate adjustments can be made per protocols.
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