Neonatal Hypoglycemia

Question 1

hypoglycemia in a new born is considered

Answer 1

<2.6

Question 2

risk factors to neonatal hypoglycemia

Answer 2

premature, hypothermia, hypoxia/asphyxia, GDM, maternal meds (ex B-blockers), IUGR, sepsis, respiratory distress syndrome, polycythemia, cardiac failure

Question 3

managment if baby has glc <2.6 and is symptomatic

Answer 3

IV dextrose

Question 4

management if glc 1.8-2.6 and asymptomatic

Answer 4

orally increase glucose: promote feeding then check again in 30 min

Question 5

management if glc <1.8

Answer 5

D10W IV continuous infeusion