A newborn was given a drug in neonatal ICU, but then was found in respiratory distress. The likely drug responsible is:
Correct Answer: Morphine
Description: a. Morphine(Ref: AAP guidelines 2015)Causes of respiratory depression in neonateIntrapartum asphyxia (most common causeQDrugs: Morphine anestheticsSepsisPrematurity: CNS immaturity, surfactant deficiencyRespiratory: Diaphragmatic hernia, obstructive lesionsCNS abnormalities: Malformation, trauma, myopathy
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