invasive respiratory support

Physiological parametersAND DiscomfortKugelman et al (ActaPediatr. . 2008) concluded that NRS in ‘stable’premature infants is associated with increased blood pressureand increased discomfort, despite a decreased respiratoryrate.The clinical importance of these effects was modest.While these findings are reassuring when NRS is needed, theyshould be considered when the medical team balances itsneed and advantages with its adverse effects according to theclinical condition of the infant.To minimize the discomfort related to NRS, we should shortenits use when possible