Question
Dear doctor, the baby just born did not cry, and the doctor said it was respiratory distress in a newborn. The baby is currently being rescued in the hospital. How should we care for a newborn with respiratory distress, and how should treatment and prevention be carried out? Thank you for your answer on how to care for a newborn with respiratory distress.
Answer
Hello, there are some important measures to note when caring for newborns with respiratory distress. Firstly, frequent hand washing and disinfection are necessary to maintain a reasonable temperature and humidity in the ward, reducing the risk of infection. Especially for infants living in incubators, devices should be regularly cleaned and disinfected, and care and treatment operations should be gentle to avoid unnecessary movement, keeping the baby calm to prevent complications such as intracranial hemorrhage. At the same time, when using a hot water bottle for warmth, be careful not to burn the baby’s skin. The temperature and humidity in the incubator should be appropriate, and observations should be made regularly to maintain a relative humidity between 55% and 65%. During oxygen therapy, it is necessary to closely monitor the baby’s breathing, facial color, and changes in blood oxygen saturation index. I hope this information is helpful to you.