DCH(SA) Practice Questions - Diploma In Child Health Of The College Of Paediatricians Of South Africa Exam

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According to the Helping Babies Breathe (HBB) and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) guidelines adopted in South Africa, what is the initial primary action within the 'Golden Minute' for a newborn who is apneic or gasping at birth?

Provide chest compressions at a 3:1 ratio with continuous high-flow oxygen via nasal prongs Immediately perform endotracheal intubation and suction the trachea before providing any positive pressure ventilation Administer IV Adrenaline 0.02 mg/kg via the umbilical vein while continuing tactile stimulation for 60 seconds Thoroughly dry the baby, remove wet linen, position the head, clear the airway if obstructed, and initiate bag-mask ventilation if still not breathing

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Thoroughly dry the baby, remove wet linen, position the head, clear the airway if obstructed, and initiate bag-mask ventilation if still not breathing

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