In:
Pediatrics, American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), Vol. 59, No. 6 ( 1977-06-01), p. 1054-1056
Abstract:
Respiratory diseases of the newborn continue to be major contributors to neonatal mortality and morbidity. When caring for a sick newborn who requires supplemental oxygen or when evaluating an infant with cyanosis, it is imperative to determine the arterial partial pressure of oxygen (PO2) to prevent the damage that may result from either hypoxia or hyperoxia. See image in the PDF file The technical difficulties encountered when monitoring arterial blood gases in newborns, especially in small premature infants, are well known. Possible sites of blood sampling include: (1) radial, brachial, temporal, dorsal pedal, and posterior tibial arteries; (2) umbilical arteries; and (3) capillaries ("arterialized"). "Capillary" or "arterialized" samples are satisfactory for determination of PCO2 and pH but are probably inadequate for accurate PO2 values.
Type of Medium:
Online Resource
ISSN:
0031-4005
,
1098-4275
DOI:
10.1542/peds.59.6.1054
Language:
English
Publisher:
American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP)
Publication Date:
1977
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1477004-0
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