Learning outcomes

At the end of this session, you will be able to:

• Define and use correctly all the key terms printed in bold.
• Explain the APGAR score.
• Describe the steps of essential and immediate newborn care.
• Explain how you would support bonding between mother and newborn after the delivery.
• Identify the equipment you need to give newborn resuscitation.
• Identify the signs of neonatal asphyxia.
• Apply standard neonatal resuscitation techniques.