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What is the purpose of recording Apgar scores at 1 and 5 minutes after birth?
What is the purpose of recording Apgar scores at 1 and 5 minutes after birth?
- To assess the mother's overall condition
- To evaluate the newborn's overall condition and response to resuscitation efforts (correct)
- To monitor the duration of labor
- To measure the gestational age of the newborn
When is epinephrine administered via endotracheal tube?
When is epinephrine administered via endotracheal tube?
- For treating hypoglycemia
- In cases of persistent bradycardia despite ventilation and chest compressions (correct)
- For clearing thick secretions from the airway
- To reverse maternal opioid administration effects
What is the first step in newborn resuscitation?
What is the first step in newborn resuscitation?
- Perform chest compressions
- Initiate positive pressure ventilation (PPV)
- Assess the newborn's breathing, heart rate, and color (correct)
- Intubate the newborn
What is the recommended dose for naloxone when administered via endotracheal tube?
What is the recommended dose for naloxone when administered via endotracheal tube?
When is endotracheal intubation indicated in newborn resuscitation?
When is endotracheal intubation indicated in newborn resuscitation?
Why should drugs be administered via endotracheal tube with caution?
Why should drugs be administered via endotracheal tube with caution?
What is the recommended compression-to-ventilation ratio during chest compressions in newborn resuscitation?
What is the recommended compression-to-ventilation ratio during chest compressions in newborn resuscitation?
What is the purpose of saline administration via endotracheal tube?
What is the purpose of saline administration via endotracheal tube?
Which maternal health condition can affect fetal well-being and newborn outcomes?
Which maternal health condition can affect fetal well-being and newborn outcomes?
What is the recommended oxygen concentration for positive pressure ventilation during newborn resuscitation?
What is the recommended oxygen concentration for positive pressure ventilation during newborn resuscitation?
What does the Ballard score help estimate in newborns?
What does the Ballard score help estimate in newborns?
At what heart rate should chest compressions be initiated during newborn resuscitation?
At what heart rate should chest compressions be initiated during newborn resuscitation?
