A non-ventilated preterm baby in incubator is under observation. Which is the best way to monitor the baby’s breathing and detect apnea?
Correct Answer: Impedance technique
Description: d. Impedance technique(Ref: AAP guidelines 2015)Respiratory monitoring is based on impedance technique, that measures changes in electrical resistance during breathing;The electrode is fixed on the chest wall to pick up signals which are displayed as respiratory rate.
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