Remove Blood Transfusions Remove Fluid Resuscitation Remove Hyperthermia / Hypothermia
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emDOCs Podcast – Episode 101: Acute Chest Syndrome Part 2

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Fluid management Goal is euvolemia Dehydration – needs IV fluid resuscitation. If euvolemic – start maintenance fluids of D5 in 0.45%NS Blood transfusion Reduces the overall proportion of HbS. Decreases splinting and improves tidal volumes. times maintenance. Improves oxygen carrying capacity.

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Neonatal Hypotension

Don't Forget the Bubbles

Effective management of MAS will often result in the stabilization of blood pressure. Hypothermia: Newborns, particularly preterm infants, are prone to hypothermia. Before considering fluid resuscitation or inotropes, it is essential to correct the infant’s body temperature.

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emDOCs Revamp – Acute Chest Syndrome

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His medical history is significant for three prior admissions for vaso-occlusive crises that have responded well to appropriate therapy, including pain control with NSAIDs and opioids, blood transfusions, antibiotics, and intravenous (IV) crystalloids. Triage vital signs include BP 127/81, HR 119, T 102.9 C or 100.4 mg/kg, max 0.4