Meconium Aspiration Syndrome

In this course, we will cover what Meconium Aspiration Syndrome is, risk factors and causes, signs and symptoms, and how this issue affects the newborn.  Then we will discuss assessments and the priority nursing interventions.

Learning Objectives:

At the end of this lesson, the learner will be able to:

1. Define meconium.
2. Describe Meconium Aspiration Syndrome and 1-2 risk factors
3. Describe why this issue is an emergency
4. Identify 2-3 signs and symptoms of Meconium Aspiration Syndrome and 2-3 priority nursing interventions
5. Describe hypoxia and 2-3 complications of restricted breathing