Resuscitation And Stabilization Of Babies Born Preterm (Lesson 9)

Question 1

what additional resources do you need for substituting a preterm newborn?

Answer 1

if the baby is anticipated to be less than 32 weeks gestation prepare of polyethylene bags wrap and a thermal mattress.. consider having surfactant available if the babies expected to be less than 30 weeks gestation

Question 2

when initiating resuscitation of a preterm newborn, less than 35 weeks gestational age, what oxygen percent should you use?

Answer 2

21 to 30% and used targeted preductal spo2 the same as for term newborns

Question 3

what can you do to decrease the chances of neurological injury in preterm newborn? List five

Answer 3

handle the baby gently. Do not position the baby’s legs higher than the head, known as the Trendelenburg position. Avoid delivering excessive pressure during ppv or CPAP. Use a pulse oximeter and blood gases to Monitor and adjust ventilation and oxygen concentration. Do not rapidly Infuse intravenous fluids, fluid should be boluses should be over 5 to 10 minutes