The infant’s condition deteriorates, and after several days…
The infant’s condition deteriorates, and after several days of maximal support, the family, in consultation with the neonatologist, removes the infant from life support, and he dies. What is the recommendation for this mother in future pregnancies?
Read DetailsYou are called to examine a 13 day old former 32 week infant…
You are called to examine a 13 day old former 32 week infant who has a new and worsening eye drainage that the nurse first noted 2 days ago. You note that the conjunctiva are red and the drainage reportedly has progressed from watery to purulent. Which next management steps are priorities?
Read DetailsYou are called to examine a 4 day old former 36 week infant…
You are called to examine a 4 day old former 36 week infant who delivered vaginally and was admitted to the NICU for hypoglycemia who has a new onset of eye drainage. You note that the drainage is profuse and purulent. Which next management steps are priorities?
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