The Delivery Room Flashcards
1
Q
Can a self-inflating bag be used to deliver free-flowing oxygen?
A
No.
2
Q
Know how to calculate Apgar scores during the newborn examination.
A
A - appearance/color P - pulse (100 bpm) G - grimace (reflex irritability) A - muscle tone R - Respirations (good, crying --> 2)
3
Q
What is the best value at which to keep the PaO2 in the preterm newborn?
A
50-70 mm Hg
4
Q
What are the target preductal SpO2 values during the first 10 mins following an uncomplicated birth at term?
A
1 min: 60-65%
2: 65-70%
3: 70-75%
4: 75-80%
5: 80-85%
10: 85-95%
5
Q
What is the most important indicator of successful positive-pressure ventilation during newborn resuscitation?
A
Increasing HR
6
Q
Know which size ETT to use, based on birth weight.
A
< 1kg: 2.5 mm tube diameter
1-2kg: 3 mm
> 2kg: 3.5