What airway adjuncts are commonly used during newborn resuscitation?

During newborn resuscitation, the primary goal is to establish and maintain a clear airway to ensure adequate ventilation and oxygenation. The use of endotracheal tubes enables direct access to the trachea for ventilation in cases where the newborn is not breathing adequately on their own or when there is a risk of airway obstruction. This is especially important in situations where bag-mask ventilation may not be effective due to factors such as facial malformations or severe respiratory distress.

Bag-mask devices are also critical in providing positive pressure ventilation to newborns who have not initiated breathing effectively. They allow the resuscitation provider to deliver a higher concentration of oxygen and ensure that the lungs are expanding, which is essential for proper gas exchange.

While the other choices listed could be used in various medical contexts, they are not the primary adjuncts for airway management during newborn resuscitation. Nasal cannulas and oxygen masks, for example, are typically used for supplemental oxygen in stable newborns rather than in active resuscitation scenarios. Chest tubes and thoracostomy kits are used for conditions related to pleural space issues, and suction devices and oral airways may assist with airway clearance or maintenance but are not the central adjuncts used during critical resuscitative efforts.