Apnea of prematurity is defined as sudden stoppage of breathing that lasts for
Correct Answer: 20 sec
Description: Apnea of prematurity defined as sudden stoppage of breathing that lasts for 20 sec or is associated with bradycardia or cyanosisApnea of prematurity should be different from periodic breathing which is normal phenomenon is preterm neonate.(Refer: Nelson's Textbook of Pediatrics, SAE, 1st edition, pg no. 832, 849 - 850)
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