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Pediatrics High-Risk Infant - Prematurity & Intrauterine Growth Restriction 20550897

Apnea of prematurity -

A
> 10 sec
B
> 15 sec
C
> 20 sec
D
> 30 sec
High-Yield Explanation
Ans. is 'c' i.e., > 20 sec o Apnea of prematurity defined as sudden stoppage of breathing that lasts for 20 sec or is associated with bradycardia or cyanosis.Apnea of prematurity should be differentiated from periodic breathing which is normal phenomenon is preterm neonate.

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