What are the steps for cardiopulmonary resuscitation in newborns with asphyxia?

Patient's question:

A newborn baby was just born and doesn't know what's wrong, there are always red spots on their body, and they are spitting up milk. Please ask what are the steps of cardiopulmonary resuscitation for newborns with asphyxia.

Doctor's answer:

Hello, newborn asphyxia is often caused by issues such as compression during birth or a kink in the umbilical cord. First, pinch the baby's nose with one hand, then cover the baby's nose and mouth with a piece of paper and blow air into the baby's lungs until you see the chest rise and fall. After performing two artificial breaths, proceed with chest compressions. Perform chest compressions on the lower 1/3 of the sternum, with a compression depth of about 1/3 of the anteroposterior diameter of the chest. The ratio of chest compressions to positive-pressure artificial respiration is two breaths followed by 15 compressions per cycle. After completing five cycles, check the baby's condition.

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