Project Description

Research Project Instructions

Title: Role of Surfactant in Neonatal Respiratory Distress Syndrome and Therapeutic Interventions

🔍 Overview of the Research Question

This paper explores the physiological role of pulmonary surfactant in newborns and its connection to Neonatal Respiratory Distress Syndrome (NRDS). The writer should explain how surfactant reduces surface tension in the alveoli, the consequences of surfactant deficiency in preterm infants, and the resulting respiratory complications. The paper must also highlight therapeutic interventions—such as exogenous surfactant therapy, oxygen support, and mechanical ventilation—used to manage and improve outcomes in affected neonates.

🔹 Submission Deadline

✅ The completed paper must be submitted within 24 hours after hire.

1. Paper Length and Format

• Length: 1–2 full pages (excluding title and reference pages)

• File Format: Word (.doc/.docx) or PDF

• Font: Times New Roman (12 pt), Calibri (11 pt), or Arial (11 pt)

• Spacing: Double-spaced

• Margins: 1 inch on all sides

• Indentation: First line of each paragraph indented 0.5 inches

• Page Numbers: Top right corner of each page

2. Paper Structure

✅ A. Title Page

Include the following centered and double-spaced:

• Paper Title: Role of Surfactant in Neonatal Respiratory Distress Syndrome and Therapeutic Interventions (bold)

• Your Full Name

• Institution Name

• Course Title and Number

• Instructor's Name

• Submission Date

✅ B. Main Body (1–2 Pages)

Include:

• Introduction:

  • Define pulmonary surfactant and explain its role in respiratory physiology

  • Briefly introduce NRDS and its relevance in neonatal care

• Body:

  • Describe how surfactant functions in reducing alveolar surface tension and preventing collapse

  • Explain why preterm infants are at risk for NRDS due to insufficient surfactant production

  • Discuss symptoms and physiological consequences of NRDS

  • Outline current therapeutic interventions, including:

    • Exogenous surfactant administration

    • CPAP and mechanical ventilation

    • Prenatal corticosteroids for lung maturation

• Conclusion:

  • Summarize the importance of surfactant in neonatal respiratory health

  • Emphasize how timely interventions can reduce mortality and improve long-term outcomes

Use APA-style headings as needed for structure and clarity.

✅ C. References Page

• Start on a new page titled References (bold, centered)

• Include at least 4 scholarly sources in APA 7th edition format

• Use a hanging indent of 0.5 inches

3. Citation Guidelines (APA 7th Edition)

• Paraphrasing: (Author, Year)

• Direct quote: (Author, Year, p. #)

• Three or more authors: (Author et al., Year)

4. Research Requirements

• Use a minimum of 4 credible scholarly sources

• Acceptable sources include:

  • Peer-reviewed medical or neonatal care journals

  • Academic textbooks on neonatology or physiology

  • Government or university publications (.gov or .edu)

  • Recognized medical databases (e.g., PubMed, ScienceDirect)

✅ Final Submission Checklist

• APA-formatted title page

• 1–2 pages of content with proper structure

• In-text citations using APA style

• Reference page with at least 4 scholarly sources

• Free of grammar and formatting errors

• Submitted within 24 hours of hire