Prematurity Flashcards
1
Q
Complications of prematurity
A
Respiratory distress syndrome Jaundice Anaemia PDA Necrotising enterocolitis Require TPN Intraventricular haemorrhage Periventricular leukomalacia Hypothermia Retinopathy
2
Q
What gestational age does a fetus develop their suck reflex
A
32
3
Q
Signs of a PDA
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Continuous murmur
Pulmonary oedema
Pulmonary haemorrhage
Necrotising enterocolitis
4
Q
Signs of necrotising enterocolitis
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Rectal bleeding
Abdo distension
Abdo tenderness
DIC
5
Q
Treatment of necrotising enterocolitis
A
Stop oral feeding Stool culture Abx - metronidazole and penicillin Abdo X-ray Correct anaemia if present