This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Pediatrics
In mechanical ventilation of a newborn with ARDS, the end tidal volume is kept at ? 
Select and explain. 
A. 5 ml/kg, B. 7 ml/kg, C. 10 ml/kg, D. ls ml/kg
A: 5 ml/kg
Answer: A: 5 ml/kg 
Explanation: Ans. is'a'i.e., 5 ml/kgDuring mechanical ventilation of newborns, it has been found out that large tidal volumes can lead to lung injury, therefore small tidal volumes are recommended.In a healthy newly born tidal volume of 5-8 ml/kg may be used, however it a newbornwith ARDS, a tidal volume of 4-6mlkg k recommended.