Q1. A preterm 28 weeks newborn requires resuscitation for persistent bradycardia (HR 70 bpm) despite 30 seconds of effective PPV. The team prepares for intubation. Which of the following represents the most appropriate sequence of actions?
- (1) Insert laryngoscope administer surfactant confirm tube position with chest X-ray begin PPV
- (2) Measure nasal-tragus length intubate within 30 seconds confirm CO_{2} detection auscultate breath sounds
- (3) Attempt laryngeal mask first wait for HR to stabilize intubate if no improvement after 2 minutes
- (4) Continue mask PPV until HR > 100 bpm then electively intubate for surfactant administration
- (5) Question not attempted