They have to hydrate the baby immediately and have a place for iv meds,
hence the glucose iv. They will usually start trophic feeds or very low dose
continous feeds of ebm in a day or so. the first priority is usually
respiratory stabilization. sometimes they put 'total parenteral nutrition'
or TPN in the iv which is a more complete iv feeding if baby cannot yet be
on full gi feeds. good luck to family. baby should be  able to take mom's
milk soon in very small quantities.


Laurie Wheeler, IBCLC, MN, RN - former nicu nurse, yes i remember the
toothbrushes.
New Orleans Louisiana, s.e. USA

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