Neonatal resuscitation

Question 1

What is the first step in neonatal resuscitation?

Answer 1

Dry baby and maintain temperature

Question 2

What is the second step in neonatal resuscitation?

Answer 2

Assess tone, respiratory rate, heart rate

Question 3

What is the third step in neonatal resuscitation if the baby is gasping or not breathing?

Answer 3

Open airway, give five inflation breaths

Question 4

What is the next step after giving 5 inflation breaths?

Answer 4

Reassess-
Look for improvement and response in heart rate and chest movement during inflation

Question 5

What would you look for after giving 5 inflation breaths?

Answer 5

Improvement in heart rate and chest wall movement

Question 6

What is the next step after the 5 inflation breaths if the heart rate is not improving and <60bpm?

Answer 6

Start compressions and ventilation breaths at a rate of 3:1

Question 7

At what rate should the chest compressions and ventilation breaths be carried out?

Answer 7

3:1

Question 8

What should you consider if the heart rate remains <60 bpm?

Answer 8

Consider venous or osseous access and administering drugs

Question 9

What should you consider during resuscitation?

Answer 9

Consider oxygen and ECG monitoring