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The Cribsiders

S6 Ep131: New Kids on the Block: Special Care Nursery

Jan 29, 2025
Dr. Colleen Brennan, an academic neonatologist at Washington University, shares her expertise on the critical first hours of a newborn’s life. She discusses recognizing respiratory distress, effective resuscitation techniques, and the challenges of neonatal transitions. Insights into the management of neonatal blood glucose levels are provided, along with the importance of monitoring oxygen after birth. She also reflects on balancing a medical career with motherhood, emphasizing the need for self-kindness in both personal and professional realms.
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  • Dr. Colleen Brennan underscores the urgency of promptly identifying respiratory distress and the critical interventions required for neonatal resuscitation.
  • The podcast highlights the role of delayed cord clamping in optimizing a newborn's circulation and respiratory function post-delivery.

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Specialty Care in the Newborn Nursery

Dr. Colleen Brennan discusses the crucial role of specialty care in the newborn nursery, focusing on the immediate management of newborns requiring resuscitation. She emphasizes the importance of timely interventions, such as recognizing signs of neonatal apnea, which often necessitates positive pressure ventilation. Dr. Brennan illustrates the steps required during resuscitation, detailing the equipment and techniques that healthcare providers must use to ensure the baby's lungs are adequately inflated. This segment covers critical clinical skills and knowledge that can significantly influence outcomes in newborn care.

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