Transient Tachypnea Of Newborn in Pediatrics — Case | Pediatric Respiratory | SMLE Q#11901
SMLE Question #11901
Pediatrics
Pediatric Respiratory
Objective: OBJ-273
Last updated: February 2026
A 2-day-old term newborn girl diagnosed with transient tachypnea of the newborn (TTN) is receiving low-flow oxygen via nasal cannula. She develops worsening respiratory distress with nasal flaring and subcostal retractions despite suctioning and positioning. Which finding best indicates the need to escalate respiratory support (eg, CPAP)?
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