NICU
Neonates, Infant, Newborn, Baby, Preemie
Tachypnea
What is Tachypnea?
Tachypnea is a condition where a newborn infant is breathing faster than normal at a continuous rate. This can be caused by additional fluid from birth remaining in the infant's lungs. With treatment, tachypnea can resolve within 24 to 48 hours.
Treatment
Oxygen management is usually required, either by an oxygen hood, sometimes known as a 'halo', by nasal canula, a simple oxygen mask, or in more several cases, CPAP.
Tachypnea should last no longer than 72 hours with treatment.
See Also:
• Kid's Health - Tachypnea
• Medline Plus - Tachypnea