NRP 2023/24

NRP 2023/24 After the initial steps of newborn care, a baby is apneic. What is the most important and effective action to take in the resuscitation of this baby? Provide positive-pressure ventilation. Perform chest compressions. Provide additional vigorous stimulation Provide supplemental oxygen. - ANSWER Provide positive-pressure ventilation. During the resuscitation of a newborn, you auscultate the apical pulse and count 10 beats over a 6 second period. What heart rate do you report to your team? 60 beats per minute 120 beats per minute 100 beats per minute 30 beats per minute - ANSWER 100 beats per minute A newborn of 34 weeks' gestation is not breathing (apneic) at birth, does not respond to initial steps and requires positive-pressure ventilation. What concentration of oxygen should be used as you begin positive-pressure ventilation? 30 - 50% oxygen 100% oxygen 50 - 70% oxygen 21 - 30% oxygen - ANSWER 21 - 30% oxygen