Abstract
In the late 1970s the age of viability was approximately 28 weeks’ gestation. Most infants less than 1,000 grams and some less than 1,500 grams were considered nonviable, therefore, resuscitation attempts were less aggressive. Advancing technology has led to improvements in ventilators, intravenous access materials, and surfactant therapy; have all had an impact on lowering the age of viability. It is not unusual today to resuscitate infants as young as 22 weeks’ gestation. One of the major obstacles in the care of babies on the edge of viability is to provide adequate nutritional intake. This article discusses the importance of adequate nutrition, reviews the components of total parenteral nutrition (TPN), and makes suggestions concerning initiation of enteral feedings for premature infants.
Talk to us
Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have
Schedule a callDisclaimer: All third-party content on this website/platform is and will remain the property of their respective owners and is provided on "as is" basis without any warranties, express or implied. Use of third-party content does not indicate any affiliation, sponsorship with or endorsement by them. Any references to third-party content is to identify the corresponding services and shall be considered fair use under The CopyrightLaw.
