GH0222 Stabilization and Initial Management of the VLBW Neonates
GH0222 Stabilization and Initial Management of the VLBW Neonates is organized by National Certification Corporation (NCC).
Expiration: 12/31/2024
Objectives:
• Evaluate team composition and effective communication
• Describe and assess delivery room and stabilization area preparedness
• Perform effective resuscitation of the VLBW neonate according to NRP guidelines
• Define saturation and temperature goals in the VLBW neonate
• Understand the various ventilation modalities and the appropriate settings and uses
• Apply knowledge of appropriate access and initial fluid management
• Practice neuroprotective strategies in the delivery room and thermal management during transport
Content Outline:
• Overview
• Team Composition and Communication
• Preparation of the Delivery and Stabilization Area
• Cord Clamping
• Vigorous
• Non-vigorous
• Resuscitation
• Thermoregulation
• Airway
• CPAP
• PPV
• Intubation
• Surfactant
• Cardiovascular resuscitation and stabilization
• Chest compressions
• Umbilical cord gas
• Initial Assessment
• Baseline
• Anomalies with immediate intervention
• Hypotension
• Treatment
• Initial Fluid Management
• Umbilical catheters
• Nutritional needs
• Glucose management
• Neuroprotection
• Antenatal management
• Postnatal management
• Thermal Management During Transport
