According to the AARC Clinical Practice Guidelines for application of CPAP to neonates,which of the following is a contraindication for its use?

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AARC Clinical Practice Guidelines state application of CPAP to neonates is contraindicated when there is a need for intubation and/or mechanical ventilation as evidenced by the presence of
•Upper airway abnormalities that make NCPAP,NP-CPAP,or NM-CPAP ineffective or potentially dangerous (e.g.:,choanal atresia,cleft palate,tracheoesophageal fistula)⁵⁷
•Severe cardiovascular instability and impending arrest
• Unstable respiratory drive with frequent apneic episodes resulting in desaturation and/or bradycardia

According to the AARC Clinical Practice Guidelines for Application of CPAP