Fluid in Pediatrics — Case | Pediatric Respiratory | SMLE Q#17269
SMLE Question #17269
Pediatrics
Pediatric Respiratory
Objective: OBJ-273
Last updated: February 2026
A term male newborn delivered by elective caesarean develops tachypnoea and mild subcostal retractions within 1 hour of birth. He is otherwise well perfused and lung auscultation is clear. Chest radiograph shows prominent perihilar streaking with fluid in the interlobar fissures. What is the most appropriate initial management?
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