The Respiratory Therapist Administering Surfactant to a Premature Newborn Notices

The respiratory therapist administering surfactant to a premature newborn notices a significant deterioration in vital signs. What should be done at this time?

A) Pause the procedure and administer PPV until vital signs are stable.
B) Rapidly infuse the rest of the dose and reconnect the patient to the mechanical ventilator.
C) Extubate the patient and administer nasal CPAP until stable.
D) Continue administration of the surfactant while administering PPV.

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