Posted: February 5th, 2018

Bronchopulmonary dysplasia : 3 Best Ways to Make A Diagnosis

A nurse admits a 3 week-old infant to the special care nursery with a diagnosis of bronchopulmonary dysplasia. 

As the nurse reviews the birth history, which data would be most consistent with this diagnosis?

A. Gestational age assessment suggested growth retardation
B. Meconium was cleared from the airway at delivery
C. Phototherapy was used to treat Rh incompatibility
D. The infant received mechanical ventilation for 2 weeks

A. Gestational age assessment suggested growth retardation
B. Meconium was cleared from the airway at delivery
C. Phototherapy was used to treat Rh incompatibility
D. The infant received mechanical ventilation for 2 weeks