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Advanced Neonatal Procedure
Advanced Neonatal Procedure
Advanced Neonatal Procedure
INTRODUCTION
Spontaneous breathing after birth is not a problem for most babies. However,
one in twenty babies might require help with breathing at birth. It is not always
possible to know in advance which babies will need this help since half of them (who
require resuscitation) have no identifiable risk factors before birth. Hence resuscitation
must be anticipated at each birth.
Provide chest
Compressions
Rarely
needed by Administer
newborns medications
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STEPS OF RESUSCITATION
TABC’s of resuscitation
T- Maintenance of temperature
Provision of radiant heat source
Drying the baby
Removing wet linen.
A- Establishment of an open airway
Suction the mouth, nose and in some instances the trachea (in meconium
stained liquor)
If necessary insert the ET tube to ensure open airway.
B- Initiation of breathing
Tactile stimulation to initiate respirations.
Positive pressure ventilation, using either bag and mask or bag and ET tube
C- Maintenance of circulation
Stimulate and maintain the blood circulation by chest compression and/or
medication.
RESUSCITATION ALGORITHM
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Taking an Apgar score is not a prerequisite for resuscitation.
The need for resuscitation must be recognized before the end of the first
minute of life which is when the first Apgar score is taken.
INITIAL STEPS
Provide warmth:
Placed under radiant warmer, Leave the baby uncovered under warmer, to
allow full visualization, to permit radiant heat to reach the baby
Position; clear airway as necessary:
Secretions removed from airway with a towel/ bulb syringe/ suction catheter
Copious secretions- turn face to side
Gentle suction- Pressure < 100 mm Hg
Mouth before Nose (M before N)
Stimulation of posterior pharynx causes Vagal stimulation and bradycardia-
stop
Dry, stimulate and reposition
Dry :Use pre-warmed absorbent towels or blankets
Keep head in ‘sniffing’ position to maintain good airway
Stimulation :Suction and drying sufficient stimulation
If inadequate respiration then additional tactile stimulation given briefly by
Slapping or flicking the soles of the feet
Gently rubbing the back, trunk or extremities
Overly vigorous stimulation harmful
Reposition the baby.
USE OF BAG AND MASK
After 30 seconds of Initial steps if
Baby is not breathing or is gasping
Heart rate is less than 100 bpm and /or
Is cyanotic despite supplemental oxygen.
Different Types of Resuscitation Devices
1. Flow inflating bags: Fills only when oxygen from a compressed source flows in
to it
2. Self inflating bags: Fills spontaneously after it is squeezed, pulling oxygen or
air in to the bag.
3. T-piece resuscitator: Also works when gas from compressed source flows into
it. The gas is directed into the baby by occluding the opening on T-piece.
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General Characteristics
Size of bag – 240 to 750 ml
Oxygen capacity -- capable of delivering 90-100% oxygen
Safety features – capable of avoiding excessive pressures
Size of mask – appropriate sized mask.
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When to begin chest compressions during resuscitation
How to administer chest compressions
How to coordinate chest compressions with PPV
When to stop chest compressions
Indication: Heart rate less than 60 bpm despite 30 sec of effective positive-
pressure ventilation
Endotracheal intubation at this time may help to ensure adequate
ventilation and facilitate the coordination of ventilation and chest
compressions
Why perform Chest Compressions
Myocardium is depressed because of poor oxygen levels - Low cardiac output
Mechanical pumping of heart required to improve perfusion to the lungs
Also referred to as External Cardiac Massage
Rhythmic compressions of sternum that
Compress the heart against the spine
Increase the intrathoracic pressure
Circulate blood to the vital organs.
Compression Release
How many people required:
Chest compressions and PPV should be simultaneous
Two people required
Thumb Technique
Can’t be used effectively if infant is big and hands of operator small
Less tiresome than two finger technique
Better control over depth of compression
Press only sternum
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Pressure on ribs can cause fractures
Two Finger Technique
More convenient if baby is large or hands of operator are small
Better control over depth of compression
Can’t be used by people with long finger nails
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- Ribs - Fracture
Frequency
Coordinate with IPPR
One ventilation interposed after every third compression
Total of 120 events
- 30 breaths
- 90 compressions
C
C C
C C
C B
B
When to Stop Chest Compressions:
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Tracheal suction required : e.g. MSAF
Diaphragmatic Hernia
Use of Drugs through ET tube
Prerequisites for Intubation
Pre oxygenate before intubation PPV with 100% oxygen
Deliver Free Flow oxygen during intubation
Not more than 20 sec per attempt : Not more than 3 attempts
Ventilate with Bag and mask with 100% oxygen in between attempts
Insertion of ET tube
Insert ET tube holding in the right hand
Introduce through the right angle of the mouth
Keep glottis in view
Insert when vocal cords are apart
Do not push through vocal cords
If cords are together wait, if do not open within 20 sec stop and ventilate with
Bag & mask
Signs of ET Tube in Esophagus
Poor response to intubation (cyanosis, bradycardia etc
CO2 detector fails to show presence of Expired CO2
No audible breath sounds
Air heard entering stomach
Gastric distension may be seen
No Mist in tube
Poor chest movements
NEXT STEP: MEDICATIONS
When to use medications
Despite Administration of effective chest compressions and effective positive-
pressure ventilation with 100% oxygen:
Heart Rate is below 60 bpm
HR < 60/min
Recheck effectiveness of
- Ventilation
- Chest compression
- Endotracheal intubation
Epinephrine hydrochloride
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Cardiac stimulant
- Increases strength & rate of cardiac contractions
- Causes peripheral vasoconstriction
It is indicated when HR remains < 60 after 30 sec of effective PPV and another
30 sec of coordinated chest compressions and ventilation
How to prepare and give Epinephrine
Available concentration 1:1000
Dilute it 10 times to make it 1:10,000
- 1ml of 1:1000 with 9 ml of water for injection
Dose: 0.1 – 0.3 ml/kg of 1:10,000
Preferred Route: Intravenously
- Followed by flush of Normal saline: 0.5 – 1.0 ml
While IV access is being obtained may give endotracheally
Rate of administration
Rapidly – As quickly as possible
How to give Epinephrine Endotracheally
Dose: 0.3 – 1.0 ml/kg of 1:10,000 solution
Do not give high doses intravenously
After giving endotracheal dose give several positive-pressure breaths
Caring for a baby being exposed to light source for prescribed of time.
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INDICATION
Indicated in babies with indirect Hyperbilirubinemia which is more than
accepted for its maturity, postnatal age and weight, still less than the level at
which an exchange transfusion would be performed.
It is recommended when serum bilirubin due to any cause approaches 10-12
mg/dl in preterm babies and 12-15 mg/dl in term babies.
Prophylactic phototherapy is recommended in very low birth weight babies
with perinatal risk.
In case of hemolysis, start phototherapy at lower level.
Acidosis, asphyxia, hypoglycemia or sepsis makes the blood brain barrier less
efficient and more susceptible to BIND. So, consider early phototherapy.
In case of prolonged jaundice (>3 wk), one should always check fractional
bilirubin estimation. Phototherapy is contraindicated in the presence of
conjugated hyperbilirubinemia (≥ 2 mg/dL) because it may result in bronze
baby syndrome.
Phototherapy should not be undertaken at centers where round the clock
facilities for serum bilirubin estimation and exchange blood transfusion are not
available.
EQUIPMENTS
Overhead phototherapy light
Isolette
Eye shield
Disposable diapers/ surgical mask (for smaller baby)
Towel or disposable water proof pad
Bilirubin leght meter
Isolette temperature monitor
Thermometer
Documentation sheet for Intake and output.
PROCEDURE
STEPS RATIONALE
1) Gather the necessary supplies Promotes efficient time management
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and provides an organized approach
to the procedure.
2) Perform hand hygiene. Reduces transmission of micro-
organisms.
3) Set up the fluorescent over Bilirubin absorbs light in the range of
lights following manufacturer 400-500 nm. The distance of the light
recommend- -dation as source from the infant affects how
close to the infants as possible well the lights penetrates skin and is
in an open bassinet about 44- absorbed by bilirubin (this effect is
45 cm from the infant. most significant when special blue
tubes are used).
4) Turn the light unit on. Using Intensity of lights may decrease over
the light mater, verify that the time. Lights of intensity may be
level of irradiance is ineffective or may require longer
appropriate. Approximately length of exposure to the infants to
12-15 7 µw/cm2/nm fro low achieve the desired therapeutic
intensity (single) or 30-35 7 effect.
µw/cm2/nm for high intensity
(double).
5) Perform hand hygiene. Reduces transmission of micro-
organism.
6) Undress the infant, leaving a Undressing the infant increases the
diaper in place to cover the amount of skin surface area exposed.
genitals. Use a surgical mask The diaper protects the gonads
for a diaper if diaper covers against chromatic radiant damage
too much skin area of a small from the phototherapy light
infant. exposure.
7) Ensuring that the infant’s eye Eyes are closed to prevent corneal
lids are closed, carefully cover excoriation eyes are covered by
the eyes completely with protective eye shields to protect them
protective shield. Remove eye against retinal damage.
patches every 4 hours.
8) Place the infant in bassinet or For the overhead lights to be safe and
isolette. Ensure that the effective, an exact distance from the
position of the lights are lights must be maintained throughout
maintained about 45-46 cm. the treatment.
9) Turn the infant every 2 hours Ongoing skin surveillance can detect
assessing skin integrity, problems early and prevent
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hydration, temperature and dehydration or damage to the infant’s
neurologic status. skin integrity.
10) Monitor the infant’s Verifies that the naked infant in an
temperature in an open open bassinet can maintain his or her
bassinet every 30 min for the temperature in a safe range and to
first hour and then every 2 detect alteration promptly.
hours as needed.
11) Remain vigilant in Excretion of bilirubin and exposure to
keeping the diaper area as phototherapy cause the infant’s skin
clear as possible. to be at greater risk for compromise.
12) Provide exclusive Provides the caloric support for
breastfeeding every 2-3 hours. hepatic processing of bilirubin and
Water supplements are not stimulates peristalsis which allows the
recommended. bilirubin rich meconium stool to be
excreted.
13) Insure that bilirubin Evaluation of bilirubin levels provides
blood monitoring is completed data needed to determine when
as ordered by the physician. phototherapy can be discontinued.
14) Discontinue therapy Therapy can be discontinued when
when ordered by the bilirubin levels fall into normal range
physician. for the infant.
CLINICAL GUIDELINES
a) Phototherapy is recommended for term neonate if total bilirubin level rise
above 5 mg/dL in the 1st day of life. TSB greater than 8 mg/dL in the 1 st 24 hours
of life is considered “pathologic” and should be evaluated for hemolytic disease
or other disorder.
b) Phototherapy is generally initiated sooner and at lower levels in premature
neonates and infants with risk factors.
c) Intensity of phototherapy lights is checked daily.
d) Serum bilirubin levels are checked as ordered.
e) Infants receiving phototherapy treatment must be weighed daily.
f) Place an eye pad over eyes and diaper over genitals.
g) Encourage frequent exclusive breastfeeding.
h) Monitor for and ensure urinary frequency 6-8times/day.
i) Monitor temperature every 4 hour.
j) Estimate serum bilirubin frequently every 24 hours.
k) Change tube lights every 6 months (or usage time > 1000 hours) whichever is
earlier.
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l) Monitor irradiance of the phototherapy machine once every week. Use a flux
meter to monitor irradiance.
m) Do not place anything on the phototherapy unit (this blocks air vents).
CAUTION
1) Do not use phototherapy unit under a warmer.
2) Ensure that the eye patches used do not obstruct the nostrils.
3) For babies below 2 kg preferably use phototherapy over incubator.
4) After switching on the unit checks if all tubes/ bulbs are on.
COMPLICATIONS
Increase in environment and body temperature, irritability and dehydration
due to increased insensible water loss.
Skin changes like increased pigmentation, erythema, rash, burns.
Passage of loose green stools because of transient lactose intolerance and
irritant effects of photocatabolites.
Bronze baby syndrome:- in a baby with direct Hyperbilirubinemia.
Flea bite rash on trunk and extremities.
Platelets turn over may increase resulting in low platelet count, but bleeding
does not occur.
There is theoretical increased risk of developing malignancies of skin later in
life.
Phototherapy induced hypocalcaemia.
Retinal damage.
It has been reported that phototherapy affects function of immune system
via alteration in cytokines production.
AIMS
ARTICLES
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n) Sterile linen bundlie with 2 sheets and 1 biopsy towel
o) Mask and gloves
p) Cord tie
q) Specimen containers
r) Specimen tubes
s) Adhesive plaster, scissors and extra syringe
t) Emergency drug inj. Adrenalin,inj. Calcium gluconate, inj. Soda bicarbonate,
inj amniophyline
u) Blood giving set
v) Cross splint
PROCEDURE
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6. NPO should be maintained for 4 hour before Minimize the risk of vomiting and
procedure aspiration in to lung
7. Expose and immobilize baby on cross splint Prevents movement during
procedure
8. Open dressing pack and assist in cleaning of Remove microorganisms.
umbilical stump.
9. Assist in cleaning umbilical cord and draping
with sterile linen.
10. Pour 500 ml of IV NS in to a sterile bowl and
add 1ml inj. Heparin in it.
11 Umbilical cord is cut to less than 2.5cm from Helps in location of vein
the skin surface.
12. Attach ligature loosely round the base of
cord. Insert umbilical catheter into vein
13. The catheter should be filled with a flushing Minimizes the risk of air embolism
solution or donor blood before insertion
14. When free flow of blood is obtained ligature
is tightened and the catheter should be deep
enough to reach the inferior venacava
15. Make sure that heat source is available Hypothermia may lead to metabolic
throughout the procedure acidosis
16. Measure CVP after insertion of catheter in to
the umbilical vein.
17. Take sample of pre-exchanged blood as well Helps in estimation of bilirubin and
as after exchange for investigation Hb.
18. Monitor HR, respiration rate, and condition
of baby Hr. during procedure
19. The physician removes 10 ml of umbilical
blood and replaces with 10 ml of fresh
immediately until calculated volume has
been exchanged
20. Apply cord tie at umbilical seal umbilicus Prevents risk heamorrhage and
with tincture benzoin apply small gauze and infection
secure with adhesive
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21 Replace equipment and start phototherapy
COMPLICATION
Bacterial sepsis
Thro,bocytopenia
Portol vein thrombosis
Dysrhythmia
Cardiac arrest
Hypocalcemia
Hypoglycemia
Metabolic acidosis
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