The nurse is caring for a preterm newborn who requires mechanical ventilation for the treatment of respiratory distress syndrome. What is the preterm newborn at increased risk of due to the mechanical ventilation?

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Positive pressure introduced by mechanical apparatus has created an increase in the incidence of ruptured alveoli and subsequent pneumothorax and bronchopulmonary dysplasia. Meconium aspiration is not associated with mechanical ventilation. Tachypnea may be an indication of a pneumothorax, but it would not be transient. Retractions and nasal flaring are indications of the use of accessory muscles when the newborn cannot obtain sufficient oxygen. The use of mechanical ventilation bypasses the newborn's need to use these muscles.

The Nurse Is Caring for a Preterm Newborn Who Requires