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infant respiratory therapy

CPAP for Newborns: Essential Pressure Settings for Safe Respiratory Support

In neonatal care, Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) is a common respiratory support method used for newborns, especially premature infants with underdeveloped lungs. The appropriate CPAP settings, particularly PIP (Peak Inspiratory Pressure) and PEEP (Positive End-Expiratory Pressure), depend on each infant’s individual respiratory condition, gestational age, weight, and the severity of respiratory distress.