6. Post-resuscitation management

The child must be thoroughly monitored and evaluated in the hours and days following resuscitation. Consider arrangements for advanced care for any of the following:

  • Birth weight <1500 g
  • Difficult breathing, cyanosis, apnea
  • High or low temperature (normal axillary temperature: 36.5–37.5ºC), seizures, poor responsiveness, poor feeding, persistent alterations of muscle tone, or severe jaundice.

Record details of resuscitation procedures and results as part of a permanent document for the child.