Abstract 303: Frequency of Newborn Resuscitation and Stabilization in Three Normal-Risk Delivery Units in Norway

Introduction: Most newborn infants transition from intra- to extrauterine life without interventions; yet neonatal morbidity remains a significant health problem in both resource rich and resource poor health care systems. Although advanced resuscitation of newborn infants with chest compressions, intravenous drugs, and fluids is relatively rare, there are limited data on the frequency of neonatal stabilization and resuscitation measures in normal-risk delivery units. METHODS: Prospective, observational study conducted in the delivery units in three hospitals in Norway. All newborn infants assessed for stabilization and/or resuscitation during one month were included. After each incident, data on resuscitation measures and outcome were registered and reviewed by study personnel at every on-call team shift during the study period. Approval was obtained from department heads and institutional review boards. Results: 1507 babies were live born during the study period, mean weight 3.3 kg and gestational age 3...