A term neonate weighing 2 kg, delivered to a primigravida mother through vaginal route and through clear liquor, is found having gasping respiratory efforts after performing the initial steps in the delivery room. The next step in resuscitation is:
Initiate positive pressure ventilation with bag and mask using room air
As per NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) guidelines, a term neonate with gasping/apnea after initial steps needs positive pressure ventilation started with bag and mask using room air (21% oxygen) in term babies, escalating oxygen only if there is inadequate response guided by pulse oximetry; intubation is reserved for ineffective bag-mask ventilation.
Important Questions from Neonatal Care
- Which one of the following statements is correct regarding physiology of breastfeeding?
- If a baby does not begin breathing in response to tactile stimulation, then the baby is assumed to be in:
- Consider the following conditions :Primary apnea in a neonate is characterized by which one of the above conditions?
Response to tactile stimulation Heart Rate Blood Pressure Tone A Yes Normal Normal Normal B Yes Falling Normal Decreasing C No Falling Falling Decreasing D No Rising Normal Normal Consider the following statements about human breast milk :
1. 75% of breast milk content is water.
2. Breast milk is poor in taurine and cysteine.
3. Breast milk is particularly rich in omega 2 and omega 6 fatty acids.
4. High lactose content of breast milk helps in absorption of calcium.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Which of the following are signs of good attachment during breastfeeding?
1. The baby's nose is at the level of the nipple.
2. The baby's mouth is wide open.
3. The baby's chin touches the breast.
4. The baby's lower lip is everted.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
