11: Respiratory Distress Flashcards
Respiratory distress score 0, 1, or 2?
Air entry delayed or decreased
1
Respiratory distress score 0, 1, or 2?
Cyanosis on room air
1
Respiratory distress score 0, 1, or 2?
No cyanosis
0
Respiratory distress score 0, 1, or 2?
Air entry clear
0
Which maternal medications can cause neonatal depression?
Narcotics
Barbiturates
Magnesium
Respiratory distress score 0, 1, or 2?
RR >80 or apneic episode
2
Respiratory distress score 0, 1, or 2?
Air entry barely audible
2
Respiratory distress score 0, 1, or 2?
No retractions
0
Respiratory distress score 0, 1, or 2?
Moderate to severe retractions
2
Respiratory distress score 0, 1, or 2?
RR 60-80
1
Respiratory distress score 0, 1, or 2?
Grunting audible without stethoscope
2
Respiratory distress score 0, 1, or 2?
Grunting audible with stethoscope
1
Respiratory distress score 0, 1, or 2?
Cyanosis in 40% FiO2
2
Respiratory distress score 0, 1, or 2?
No grunting
0
Respiratory distress score 0, 1, or 2?
RR 60
0
What periods of apnea are considered normal?
Most newborn infants breathe irregularly and at varying depths. Respirations are periodic (i.e., episodes of 5–10 seconds without breathing) rather than regular, particularly if the infant is premature. Apnea refers to a cessation of breathing ≥20 seconds in duration, during which an infant’s color changes from normal to cyanotic. This is abnormal and requires investigation and treatment.
Respiratory distress score 0, 1, or 2?
Mild retractions
1
