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Brief [But Complete] Summary Of Neonatal Resuscitation

“Birth asphyxia accounts for about 23% of the approximately 4 million neonatal deaths that occur each year worldwide (Lancet. 2010;375: 1969-1987).”* (p 2) “Approximately 10% of newborns require some assistance to begin breathing at birth [supplemental oxygen, positive pressure ventilation, … Continue reading

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