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Should immediate cord clamping be performed for preterm infants?

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WHAT DOES THIS MEAN FOR PRACTICE?

  • Evaluate carefully between which babies require immediate resuscitation and which babies can have cord clamping delayed
  • Evaluation requires patience on the part of the OB, neonatologist, and nurse resuscitating team
  • Close collaboration among all team members is required


 

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