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Fetal/ Newborn Circulation

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Online Resources

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Fetal Circulation (GLOWM)
Is it time to rethink cord management when resuscitation is needed? Mercer et. al.
Neonatal Resuscitation with Intact Umbilical Cord, Evans
Congenital Heart Defects: CDC
Midwives and CCHD Pulse Oximetry Screening: Association of Ontario Midwives

Videos

Fetal Circulation Right Before Birth

Khan Academy

Watch how the blood flows through the fetal circulation and compare it to what happens in the baby's body. Rishi is a pediatric infectious disease physician and works at Khan Academy. Created by Rishi Desai.

11:51 minutes

Neonatal Circulation Right After Birth

Khan Academy

Watch how the blood flows through the baby's circulation and compare it to what happens in the fetus. Rishi is a pediatric infectious disease physician and works at Khan Academy. Created by Rishi Desai.

13:24 minutes

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