Table 1

Inclusion criteria

Grade 4 intraventricular hemorrhage and/or anticipated need for ventriculoperitoneal shunt.
Multiple congenital anomaliesHypotonia
Anticipated home health needsHypoventilation
Severe hypoxic–ischaemic encephalopathyThree or more subspecialists involved
Congenital diaphragmatic herniaAirway anomaly/issue
Extended need for positive airway pressure (ventilator or nasal CPAP)Unusual or severe genetic condition
Chronic lung diseaseReadmission
Admitted after 30 days of lifeOral feeding issues (high risk for needing feeding gastrostomy tube)
Preterm infant with congenital heart diseaseEnterostomy
Grade 4 intraventricular hemorrhage and/or anticipated need for ventriculoperitoneal shunt
  • CPAP, continuous positive airway pressure.