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Neonatal Resuscitation — RACP Paediatrics MCQ

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HardNeonatologyNeonatal ResuscitationRACP Paediatrics

Target SpO2 during stabilisation of a preterm <28 weeks in the delivery room?

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Correct answer: C — 80-85% initially rising to 90-95% by 10 minutes

SpO2 targets are time-based: 60% at 1 min, 70% at 3 min, 80% at 5 min, 85-95% by 10 min. Starting FiO2 is 0.21-0.30.

Reference: Australian Resuscitation Council – 2025 – Neonatal Resuscitation