C-NPT Practice Questions - Neonatal Pediatric Transport Exam

A neonate with a known pneumothorax requires air transport. Which intervention is ESSENTIAL before takeoff?

Administration of a prophylactic dose of surfactant Placement of a chest tube connected to a Heimlich valve or continuous suction Increasing the FiO2 to 1.0 for the duration of the flight Wrapping the infant in an additional blanket for thermal protection

Correct Answer:

Placement of a chest tube connected to a Heimlich valve or continuous suction

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