A newborn was given a drug in neonatal ICU, but then was found in respiratory distress. The likely drug responsible is:: (A) Morphine, (B) Naloxone, (C) Salbutamol, (D) Soda-bicarb
Answer is A. a. Morphine(Ref: AAP guidelines 2015)Causes of respiratory depression in neonateIntrapartum asphyxia (most common causeQDrugs: Morphine anestheticsSepsisPrematurity: CNS immaturity, surfactant deficiencyRespiratory: Diaphragmatic hernia, obstructive lesionsCNS abnormalities: Malformation, trauma, myopathy