Abstract

Purpose: We recently implemented a clinical practice guideline for asymptomatic neonatal hypoglycemia that includes use of dextrose gel. Following this change in practice, we sought to identify characteristics of infants at risk for needing two dextrose gels or intravenous fluids (IVF) containing dextrose. We also compared infants’ response to gel administration by feeding group. Methods: Any infant who received dextrose gel within the first 48 hours following birth over a 13 month period of time (January 2016-January 2017) at a large academic medical center was included in our evaluation. Participant characteristics were stratified by types of intervention received (received gel …

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