reborn resus CPG Flashcards
1
Q
what is the key to newborn resus?
A
effective ventilations
2
Q
when is resus indicated to be withheld?
A
infants less than 23 weeks
3
Q
when must an infant be reported/registed by the hospital?
A
in greater than/equal to 20 weeks or over 400g
not needed if miscarriage less than 20 weeks
4
Q
how should the newborn airway be positioned?
A
towel under back- neutral position
5
Q
how/when should suction be performed?
A
breif- 5-6 seconds no deeper than oropharynx with a size 10/12 garage catheter with approximately 100mmhg pressure and only suction while catheter withdrawn
6
Q
how do you do CPR on an newborn baby?
A
3:1 compressions
depth- 1/3 depth of chest
two thumb method
