A diabetic woman had a cesarean delivery and her baby is noted to have a respiratory rate of 82 breaths/minute with retractions.The baby's blood gas analyses are as follows: pH,7.20; PCO₂,52 mm Hg; PaO₃,80 mm Hg; PHCO₂-,21 mEq/L.What is an important safety measure the nurse should plan to implement when caring for this infant?

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This baby is at risk for,and has signs of,transient tachypnea of the newborn (TTN).These babies are often started on CPAP with pressures of 206 cm H₂O.Pressures higher than that can cause septal damage and necrosis.The other interventions are not appropriate.

A Diabetic Woman Had a Cesarean Delivery and Her Baby