Neonatal Resuscitation Flashcards
what is the normal neonatal heart rate?
120-160
what is the normal neonatal respiratory rate?
30-60
What is the normal neonatal SpO2 after birth transition is complete?
> 94%
What is the normal neonatal blood pressure in an infant that is to term?
50-65/35-40
What are the first things done to an infant post birth?
- Drying and warming
- Clearing airway
- Providing stimulation
- APGAR score
- Providing resuscitative care if needed
What is the range of the APGAR score?
0-10
When is the APGAR assessment performed?
1 minute of life and 5 minutes of life
What does a score of 7-10 on the APGAR score indicate?
normal, will receive routine observation and care
What does a score of 3-6 on the APGAR score indicate?
some assistance will be required, either via extra stimulation, oral suctioning and positive pressure ventilation
What does a score of 0-2 on the APGAR score indicate?
Severely depressed infant that requires resuscitation efforts
Why is it important to determine the APGAR score at 1 and 5 minutes?
To determine if the neonate is progressing or deteriorating
What is indicated if the APGAR score is less than 7 at 5 minutes?
- Major depression
- high risk of respiratory distress
- hypoglycemia
- transitional delay
What temperature should the radiant warmer be set to for infants?
36.5 and 37.5 celsius
Why is it important to warm infants?
- Reduces cold stress
- minimizes risk of respiratory depression due to hypothermia
Why is it important to reduce cold stress?
because it increases oxygen consumption