On Demand June 20, 2019
Newborn Pulse Oximetry Screening to Detect Critical Congenital Heart Defects
Broadcast Date: June 20, 2019 | 1 hour
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Handouts/Resources
Carlo Handouts (6 pages)
Montgomery Handouts (6 pages)
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Program Overview
Congenital heart defects are the most common type of birth defect, affecting more than 7,000 babies born in the United States every year. Critical Congenital Heart Disease is a group of the most serious heart disorders present at birth that results in a wide range of problems with the heart structure and function. Newborn screening for Critical Congenital Heart Defects is a tool that can identify some of the babies with these disorders, so that they can receive prompt care and treatment to prevent disability and death.
Target Audience
Physicians, nurses, social workers, counselors, laboratory staff, and other healthcare professionals
Contact Hours
Nurses 1 hour, Social Workers 1 hour
Contact for Technical Assistance
Call 334-206-5618 or email ALPHTN.
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