Impact of visual distraction on neonatal mask ventilation: a simulation-based eye-tracking study.

Objective: This study aimed to investigate whether distractions during simulated neonatal resuscitation impact mask leakage and visual gaze patterns during positive pressure ventilation (PPV) of a newborn manikin.

Study Design: In this observational, simulation-based study, medical students and paediatric residents managed a neonate requiring resuscitation alongside a standardised team and executed PPV on a leak-free manikin. The scenario incorporated distractions such as chest compressions, preparation and insertion of an umbilical vein catheter, administering fluids and interpreting venous blood gas.

Optimization of manual ventilation quality using respiratory function monitoring in neonates: A two-phase intervention trial.

Objective: The aim of this study was the evaluation of the impact of a respiratory function monitor (RFM, Neo100, Monivent AB, Gothenburg, Sweden) on the quality of ventilation in neonates.

Methods: This single-center two-phase intervention study was conducted at the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit and the delivery room of the Medical University of Vienna. Patients with clinical need for positive pressure ventilation were included in either of two consecutive study phases: (i) patients were ventilated with a hidden RFM (control) or (ii) visible RFM (intervention) during manual positive pressure ventilations.