Meconium aspiration syndrome Flashcards
1
Q
What is it?
A
respiratory distress in the newborn as a result of meconium in the trachea.
2
Q
age
A
babies born after 42 week
3
Q
symptoms
A
respiratory distress
4
Q
risk factors
A
maternal hypertension, pre-eclampsia, chorioamnionitis, smoking or substance abuse.
