Length of stages, fetal pres, Vaginal vs. C-section, Fetal hr, anesthetic or tocolytic used, NST or ST, PROM b4 37 wks, maternal steroids, placenta problems
gastroschiss
protruding intestines not covered with membrane
Bilirubin
Term = < 6 @ 0-1 day old
Preemie = <8
Hyperbilirubinemia is due to Rh and ABO blood incompatibility
Capnography
Noninvasive for CO2; determines end tidal PaCO2 (PetCO2); placed on ET tube or catheter in nose; trends are important with this, however inaccurate with severe resp distress
Tricuspid Atresia
Tricuspid valve not developed, no entry to R vent from R atrium. ASD & VSD must be present to survive. Blood shunts from R to L thru ASD then from L vent thru VSD to pulm system
Neonatal Ventilation
Normally time cycled/pressure limited
Prevention of Evaporative heat loss at delivery
Completely dry neonate with pre-warmed blanket/towel; most important head and face
