Question
What should parents do for the care of a newborn who has been hospitalized and treated for pneumonia? What are the precautions to take?
Answer
Newborn pneumonia often develops from a cold (upper respiratory infection), so preventing recurrence is crucial. Ensure the baby stays warm and breathes fresh air. Smoking should be prohibited indoors, and special attention should be paid to maintaining appropriate room temperature during cold seasons, while also ensuring good ventilation. Since the baby has just recovered from the illness, their immunity is weak, so after returning home, enhanced care should be provided to avoid coughing, maintain good indoor air circulation, and avoid close contact with cold patients.