Respiratory Distress Syndrome (RDS) is a condition often seen in premature infants, characterized by the insufficient production of surfactant, leading to compromised lung function. In diagnosing RDS, chest X-rays play a pivotal role. Which of the following radiographic features is most commonly associated with the initial stages of RDS in neonates?

Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia level of severity is categorized based on what criteria?

For the infant in the above patient delivery room scenario after you notice the desired change in the respiratory function, what should be your next intervention while providing positive pressure ventilation using a T-piece resuscitator?

What is the effect on the oxygen-hemoglobin-dissociation curve if the neonate has a large presence of fetal hemoglobin?

You are called to the delivery of a neonate with maternal history of inadequate prenatal care.  The neonate is delivered with Apgars of 6, 8, and 9 receiving routine care after birth.  The normal appearing infant is estimated at 36 weeks gestation with a birth weight of 1.8 Kg.   What may be a potential cause of a smaller than expected birth weight in this case?

You are the NNP in the delivery room.  You have just intubated a 24 week premature neonate and administered rapid acting surfactant while providing positive pressure ventilation via bag and mask.  You are closely monitoring for which desired respiratory change in this premature infant?

Infants with fatty acid oxidation disorders usually present with the following clinical symptoms when beginning to sleep through the night?

Which of the following is an example of a counter regulatory hormone and it’s correct effect on serum blood sugar levels?

Retinopathy of Prematurity is rarely seen in late preterm infants because:

Severe fetal effects are more commonly seen with which maternal thyroid related disorder?