You are called to the bedside in the NICU to assess eye drai…
You are called to the bedside in the NICU to assess eye drainage in a 3 day old newborn undergoing evaluation for congenital hydronephrosis. Upon examination you note bilateral light yellow drainage and “crusting” along the eyelids. The sclera is red but the infant has stable vitals signs. This can indicate which of the following eye disorder in a newborn?
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A male newborn infant is 4 hours of age and having periods of irregular respirations accompanied by apnea and reported cyanosis while rooming in with the mother. Based upon your knowledge of normal transition for newborn infants, Which of the following is the best management strategy for this infant?
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