Neonate Flashcards
1
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Hypothermia classification
A
- Cold stress 36-36.4°
- Moderate hypothermia 32-36°
- Severe hypothermia <32°
2
Q
Prevention of hypothermia in newborn
A
- Cover baby hands, feet and head included
- STABLE BABY - Kangaroo MC
- SICK BABY- INCUBATOR/WARMER
3
Q
Nutrients supplementation in LBW babies
A
- Every baby - vit D 400 IU/day
- 1.5-2.5 kg birth wt - Vit D + Iron supplementation started @ 6-8weeks @2mg/kg/day for 1 yr.
- <1.5kg birth wt - Vit D + Iron + HMF(human milk fortifiers)
4
Q
Apnea of prematurity
A
- Cessation of breathing of >20sec or any duration accompanied by bradycardia or cyanosis
- D/t immaturity of resp. Centre’s
- Day 2-day7
- Rx :- DOC- CAFFEINE; Theophylline
5
Q
1st response of a newborn to hypoxia
A
Bradycardia
6
Q
Absolute contraindication for Bag &Mask Ventilation in neonates
A
CDH - congenital diaphragmatic hernia
7
Q
Corrective steps If BMV gives no response (no HR increase) in neonatal resuscitation
A
MRSOPA
- Mask readjustment
- Reposition head
- Suction
- Open mouth
- Pressure increased
- Alternative airway
8
Q
Acrocyanosis in a newborn
A
Normal if in initial minutes of Birth. Spo²- measured in Rt upper arm 1min - 60-65% 3min - 70-75% 10min - >85-95%
9
Q
Ponderal index <2
A
Asymmetrical iugr
10
Q
Ponderal index >2
A
Symmetrical iugr
