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According to Neonatal Resuscitation Protocol, normal SpO₂ target at 1 minute of life in a newborn is:
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According to Neonatal Resuscitation Protocol, normal SpO₂ target at 1 minute of life in a newborn is:

A.

50–55%

B.

60–65%

C.

70–75%

D.

85–90%

Correct option is B

Newborn oxygen saturation rises gradually after birth. At 1 minute, SpO₂ should be around 60–65%, reaching >90% only after 10 minutes.
Explanation of options: (a) ✘ 50–55% is below normal, suggests hypoxia. (b) ✔ Correct; 60–65% at 1 min is the physiological target. (c) ✘ 70–75% occurs around 2–3 minutes, not at 1 min. (d) ✘ 85–90% is expected after 5–10 minutes, not immediately.

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