Straight A Nursing

In this episode, Nurse Mo dives into neonatal hypoglycemia, the most common metabolic disturbance in newborns. With glucose as the brain’s primary energy source, recognizing and treating low blood sugar in infants is critical to preventing long-term complications like neurodevelopmental delays or cerebral palsy. Hit play on this episode and you will learn: Key terms - Brush up on key terms like glycogenesis and glycogenolysis Pathophysiology - Review how newborns transition from relying on maternal glucose to life outside the womb Risk Factors - Learn which infants are at higher risk so you can be on the lookout for hypoglycemia right from the start Signs & Symptoms - Get an overview of what to watch for in the neonate Testing & Treatment - Boost your understanding of tests and treatments utilized in neonatal hypoglycemia Parental Education - How to reassure and inform parents about their baby’s care and what to watch for at home By the end of this episode, you’ll feel much more confident managin