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What device is used to measure the amount of oxygen attached to the hemoglobin molecules in a baby's blood?
What device is used to measure the amount of oxygen attached to the hemoglobin molecules in a baby's blood?
When would an emergency umbilical vein catheter (UVC) be inserted in a baby?
When would an emergency umbilical vein catheter (UVC) be inserted in a baby?
What type of device is commonly used to deliver therapeutic fluids like medication or nutrients at a predetermined rate?
What type of device is commonly used to deliver therapeutic fluids like medication or nutrients at a predetermined rate?
Where is a peripherally inserted central catheter (PICC line) usually inserted in a baby?
Where is a peripherally inserted central catheter (PICC line) usually inserted in a baby?
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Which device is specifically used for delivering continuous positive airway pressure to help with breathing?
Which device is specifically used for delivering continuous positive airway pressure to help with breathing?
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Study Notes
Ventilator and Endotracheal Tube
- A ventilator assists breathing for babies who have trouble breathing on their own
- It delivers assisted breaths through an endotracheal (ET) tube inserted into the baby's windpipe (trachea)
- Ventilators can be adjusted to provide the correct air-oxygen mixture, breath size, and number of breaths per minute based on the baby's needs
Nasal Cannula
- A nasal cannula is tubing that wraps around the baby's head with prongs that fit into the baby's nose
- It can be used to deliver room air or supplemental oxygen in various ways
Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP)
- CPAP helps babies breathe by keeping a steady stream of air pressure in the airway
- It prevents the tiny air sacs in the lungs from collapsing after each breath
- Most babies on CPAP also have an OG tube inserted to release air that might get into the stomach and interfere with breathing
Pulse Oximeter
- Pulse oximetry measures oxygen saturation levels
- The sensor wraps around the baby's hand, wrist, or foot
- It may have been used in the delivery room for babies who needed resuscitation or supplemental oxygen
Cardiorespiratory Monitor and Electrocardiographic (ECG) Leads
- A cardiorespiratory monitor tracks the baby's vital signs, such as heart rate and breathing rate
- The monitor displays these numbers on a screen and alerts staff to any variations
- Three adhesive patches (ECG leads) are placed on the baby's chest and abdomen or arms and legs
Orogastric and Nasogastric Tubes
- A thin, flexible tube inserted into the baby's mouth is called an orogastric (OG) tube
- If inserted through the nose, it is called a nasogastric (NG) tube
- The tube goes down the food pipe (esophagus) and into the stomach
- It may be used to release gas and fluids from the stomach, or to deliver breast milk or formula to a baby who cannot yet feed from the breast or bottle
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Explore how ventilators assist breathing for babies with trouble breathing, understand the types of ventilators, and learn about the delivery of assisted breath through an endotracheal (ET) tube. Dive into adjusting the air-oxygen mixture, breath size, and frequency with a ventilator.
