RESPIRATORY DISTRESS SYNDROME, NEONATAL: PREVENTION

Course overview

Inadequate lung function at birth that results from structurally underdeveloped lungs and a compromised alveolar/capillary gas exchange process can rapidly progress to respiratory distress syndrome (RDS). Also called hyaline membrane disease, this condition is the most common cause of respiratory distress in neonates. This continuing education module is designed to give the reader/learner an increased understanding of neonatal RDS, including etiology, risk factors, and prevention strategies. Readers may explore any or all of the topics. One contact hour of continuing education credit is available for those who successfully complete the post-test and evaluation form.