Your neonatal patient with a CDH will be placed on a mechanical ventilator. What initial settings should be recommended?
1) 2 to 3 cm water positive end-expiratory pressure (PEEP)
2) 100% oxygen
3) Low peak airway pressure
4) Rapid respiratory rate

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The initial settings for a neonatal patient with a CDH on a mechanical ventilator should include:1) 2 to 3 cm water positive end-expiratory pressure (PEEP) to help keep the alveoli open2) 100% oxygen to provide adequate oxygenation3) Low peak airway pressure to minimize lung injury4) Rapid respiratory rate to maintain adequate ventilation

Your Neonatal Patient with a CDH Will Be Placed on a Mechanical