Neonatal Flashcards
Organogenesis time frame?
1-8 wks
Organ function time frame?
2nd trimester
Body mass time frame?
3rd trimester
APGAR is based on infant’s condition at what times after birth?
1 and 5 min
Does APGAR score make long term prediction on child’s health?
NO
APGAR stands for?
Appearance Pulse Grimace Activity Respiration
APGAR score of 2 for each category?
A: no cyanosis P: >100 G: cry or pull away when stimulated A: flexed arms and legs that resist extension R: strong, lusty cry
APGAR score above 7?
Normal
Is transient cyanosis common?
Yes
What is the purpose of the APGAR test?
To determine quickly whether a newborn needs immediate medical care
VC compared to adult?
Half
Respiratory rate compared to adult?
2x
Metabolic rate compared to adult?
Higher
Lung compliance compared to adult?
Decreased
Chest wall compliance compared to adult?
Greater
FRC compared to adult?
Decreased
Oxygenation, ventilation more effected by what 3 things?
- Opioids
- Barbs
- Gas
Alveoli compared to adults?
Not anatomically mature; reduce cross section area for gas exchange
What kind of breathers are neonates?
Diaphragmatic because poorly developed intercostal muscles
Do neonates desat quick?
YES
What does diaphragm look like compared to adults?
Flat, not domed
New born negative inspiratory pressures?
40-60 H2O (increased surface tension)
What 2 things are neonates prone to during anesthesia?
- Atelectasis
2. Hypoxemia
Use how much O2 compared to adults?
3x
Neonates have what percent increase in CO?
30-60%
Hemoglobin levels due to what?
High (about 17) due to fetal hemoglobin
CO2 response curve shift to what?
Right
Babies are those who are smaller in size than normal for the baby’s sex and gestational age, most commonly defined as a wt below the 10th percentile for the gestational age?
Small for gestational age (SGA)
When are alveolar sacs finally formed?
7 years of age
Apnea for more than how long lead to cyanosis?
15-20 secs
What bpm is considered bradycardia?
<80
When do A&B’s of prematurity markedly improves or goes away?
Time the baby nears his/her due date