TTN

Transient Tachypnoea of the Newborn (TTN) 

Transient - temporary 

Tachypnoea - Fast breathing 

Of the Newborn. 

This occurs from birth to 3 days after the baby is born. It happens because the fluid in the baby's lungs isn't pushed out, causing the baby to breath faster for a temporary period of 3 days. 

1/3 of the fluid is usually pushed out during the labour process. 1/3 is pushed out during vaginal delivery therefore, if a baby is born via C-section the baby is more likley to develop TTN and the last 1/3 is pushed out of the lungs when the baby crys and breathes after birth. 

Signs and Symptoms and Management of TTN; to assess and monitor…