A newborn had breathing difficulties and had to be resuscitated and given continuous oxygen therapy via the respiratory tract. The resuscitation was brief ventilation without any mechanical devices. What are the correct codes?

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5A19054 represents "Assistance with Respiratory Ventilation, Less than 24 Consecutive Hours," which is appropriate for brief ventilation without mechanical devices. 5A15223 represents "Continuous Oxygen Therapy," which is correct for the administration of continuous oxygen via the respiratory tract.

A Newborn Had Breathing Difficulties and Had to Be Resuscitated