Monitoring oxygenation and gas exchange in neonatal intensive care units: current practice in the Netherlands

Background. Although recommendations in oxygenation and gas exchange monitoring in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) are available, little is known of the current practice. Aim. To evaluate the current practice in oxygenation and gas exchange monitoring of the NICUs in the Netherlands.Methods. An online survey-based questionnaire concerning preferences and current practice of monitoring oxygenation and gas exchange was sent out to all 107 neonatal staff members (neonatologists, neonatal fellows, physician assistants) of the 10 NICUs in the Netherlands. Results. The response rate was 42%.... Mehr ...