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Therapeutic Hypothermia Protocol — RACP Paediatrics MCQ

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ModerateNeonatologyTherapeutic Hypothermia ProtocolRACP Paediatrics

A term neonate has perinatal asphyxia and meets criteria for therapeutic hypothermia. At what target temperature should cooling be maintained and for how long?

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Correct answer: B — 33.5°C for 72 hours

Therapeutic hypothermia for moderate-severe HIE: whole body cooling to target core temperature 33-34°C (most protocols target 33.5°C) for 72 hours, commenced within 6 hours of birth. Rewarming should be gradual (0.5°C per hour). Monitoring includes continuous aEEG, blood gases, and organ function.

Reference: RCH Melbourne – 2024 – Clinical Practice Guidelines: Therapeutic Hypothermia