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Friday, October 23, 2009
Indications for intubating neonates
The following are the indications for intubating a neonate:
PaO2 less than 45mmHg while breathing 80 – 100% FiO2
PaCO2 greater than 65mmHg
Intractable metabolic Acidosis(B.E. less than -10 meq.)
Marked retractions on CPAP
Frequent episodes of apnea and bradycardia on CPAP
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