Question
When newborns encounter asphyxia, resuscitation measures are typically taken. So, what is the specific process of newborn resuscitation?
Answer
Newborn asphyxia refers to a condition where the fetus lacks oxygen before, during, or after birth, or encounters respiratory and circulatory obstacles during labor, resulting in the newborn being unable to breathe on their own or unable to establish normal breathing within one minute after birth, thus causing intrauterine distress. Hypoxemia, hypercapnia, and acidosis are the main pathophysiological changes. The main emergency steps include: attempting to remove mucus from the airway as much as possible; establishing breathing and increasing ventilation; maintaining normal circulation to ensure adequate cardiac output; and using medication treatment when necessary, such as lobeline and naloxone, mainly depending on the need of the condition.