Neonatology Flashcards
1
Q
Late preterm infants are at risk for what (4) ? And are protected from (1)?
A
1a) Hypoglycemia
1b) Hyperbilirubinemia
1c) Polycythemia (if hypoxic)
1d) Hypothermia.
2) Asphyxia if delivered under monitored settings.
2
Q
Classic triad of NEC?
A
1) Abdominal distention
2) Gastric aspirates
3) Guaiac + stools
Soft calls:
Apnea, lethargy, temp instability, feeding intolerance
3
Q
NEC treatment? (4)
A
1) Bowel decompression followed by NPO
2) IVF
3) Broad spectrum abx
4) Serial radiographs
4
Q
NEC mortality?
A
15-25% Significantly worse in surgical pts
