Theoretically, criteria should be the same, but significant concerns exist about the applicability, making this a very difficult area: The central nervous and respiratory systems are immature in neonates and young infants, leading to concerns about the applicability...
The same recommendations exist as for those performing testing in adults In addition: One doctor should be a paediatrician or should have experience with children One doctor should not be primarily involved in the child’s care RCPCH Guidance...
The following precautionary measure should be considered regarding the apnoea test: A stronger hypercarbic stimulus is used to establish respiratory unresponsiveness There should be a clear rise in the arterial blood PaCO2 of >2.7 kPa above a baseline of at least...
