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Guidelines for use of biphasic nasal continuous positive airway pressure (BP-NCPAP) and nasal continuous positive airway pressure (NCPAP)
| Settings for BP- NCPAP | FiO2* (%) | < 0.30 | 0.30 - 0.50 | > 0.50 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Upper CPAP (cm H2O) |
8 | 9 | 10 | |
| Lower CPAP (cm H2O) |
5 | 6 | 7 | |
| Settings for NCPAP | FiO2 (%) | < 0.30 | 0.30 - 0.50 | > 0.50 |
| CPAP (cm H2O) |
5 | 6 | 7 | |
*FiO2 = Fraction of inspired oxygen
