Apnea of infancy
An unexplained episode of cessation of breathing for 20 seconds or longer or a shorter respiratory pause associated with bradycardia, cyanosis, pallor, and/or marked ...
Immaturity of respiratory control is the primary cause for AOP, but many coexisting factors can potentiate or worsen apnea.
Apnea of infancy is uncommon and should warrant a thorough e...
Back-to-sleep positioning
Avoid extreme flexion or extension of neck.
Provide stable thermoneutral environment.
Smoke-free environment
AOP:
Methylxanthines (caffeine cit...
Infants born before 37 weeks should pass a car seat test prior to discharge after birth.
Caregivers should be instructed on back-to-sleep, crib safety measure, and...
Di Fiore JM, Martin RJ, Gauda EB. Apnea of prematurity—perfect storm. Respir Physiol Neurobiol. 2013;189(2):213–222. [View Abstract on OvidInsights]
Di Fiore JM, Poets CF, Gaud...
770.81 Primary apnea of newborn
770.82 Other apnea of newborn
327.21 Primary central sleep apnea
327.23 Obstructive sleep apnea (adult)(pediatric)
786.03 Apnea
P28.4 Other apnea of newborn
P2...
Q: Should infants on caffeine for AOP be discharged home?
A: It is not universal practice that infants with AOP are discharged home on caffeine and home monitoring. It is more common to discharge t...
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