Bottle feeding
56Bottle feeding Figure 56.1 Examples of specialized milks Figure 56.2 Safe preparation of powdered infant formula Balanced nutrition is critical for the normal growth and development of the infant. Breastfeeding…
Infant resuscitation
23Infant resuscitation Figure 23.1 Paediatric Life Support Algorithm Reproduced with the kind permission of the Resuscitation Council (UK) Figure 23.2 Correct neutral position of head for successful airway management From…
Neonatal transport
48Neonatal transport Centralization of tertiary paediatric and neonatal services throughout the United Kingdom has influenced the provision of neonatal intensive care facilities. When a neonate requires additional care to that…
Understanding blood gas analysis
16Understanding blood gas analysis Figure 16.1 Blood gas analysis pH pH is the term used to describe the acidity or alkalinity of a solution. The pH scale is based on…
