A preterm neonate with hyaline membrane disease needs to be treated with:
d. Surfactant(Ref: Nelson's 20/e p 854)Systemic or inhaled corticosteroids have been used, mainly in those infants with RDS, who continue to require respiratory support & in whom bronchopulmonary dysplasia (BPD) develops.Routine use of corticosteroids for the prevention or treatment of BPD is not recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics.
Dexamethasone
Betamethasone
Hydrocortisone
Surfactant
New Born Infants